Minnesota Wild vs Nashville Predators: Game Preview & Stats

The Minnesota Wild and Nashville Predators are set to clash on January 18, 2025, at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. The game is scheduled for 8:00 PM ET and will be broadcast live on ESPN+ and other local networks. In their last matchup on December 31, 2024, the Wild emerged victorious with a score of 5-3 against the Predators. The Wild currently hold a straight-up record of 27-18-0, ranking 7th in the league, while the Predators trail with a 15-29-0 record, placing them at 30th. The Wild's away record is impressive at 16-7, which you can see on our NHL standings page. The game odds favor the Predators slightly with a 2way moneyline at -140 compared to the Wild's +118. With the Predators recently winning against the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2, and the Wild losing to the Edmonton Oilers 5-3, this match promises to be a thrilling encounter. The total points over/under is set at 6, emphasizing a potentially high-scoring game. Key players like the Predators’ strong faceoff performers and the Wild's effective power play units will be pivotal. The Predators' defense, allowing only 2.77 goals against, will be tested by the Wild's offense, which averages 2.95 goals per game. This matchup is crucial for both teams as they aim to improve their standings and break their recent performance patterns.