How to Pick the Predators vs. Rangers Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – December 17

Published 11:33 am Monday, December 16, 2024

There are plenty of betting options to take into account for the upcoming contest that has the Nashville Predators matching up with the New York Rangers at 8:00 PM ET on Tuesday, December 17. To get you ready to place a wager or put together a parlay, check out our best bets and predictions below.

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Predators vs. Rangers Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 5.5 (model projecting 5.8 goals)

  • Nashville and its opponent have combined to outscore Tuesday’s over/under (5.5 goals) 12 times this season.
  • This season, 17 of New York’s games have featured more than 5.5 goals.
  • The Predators score 2.26 goals per game, compared to the Rangers’ average of 3.07, adding up to 0.2 fewer goals than this contest’s over/under of 5.5.
  • The 6.2 goals per game these two teams are conceding on average are 0.7 more than the over/under for this contest.

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Moneyline Pick

Predators Moneyline: -115

  • The Predators are 7-11 when listed as a moneyline favorite this season.
  • When it has played with moneyline odds of -115 or shorter, Nashville has compiled a 7-11 record (winning just 38.9% of its games).
  • Based on the moneyline in this game, the Predators’ implied win probability is 53.5%.

Rangers Moneyline: -104

  • In four games as the moneyline underdog, New York has achieved the upset one time.
  • The Rangers have won a single game with moneyline odds of -104 or longer (in four such games).
  • New York’s implied probability to win this matchup is 51.0% based on the moneyline.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Nashville 4, New York 3

Predators Points Leaders

  • Roman Josi has been critical to Nashville’s offense this season, recording 23 points in 29 games.
  • With nine goals and 11 assists, Filip Forsberg is one of the most important offensive options for Nashville with his 20 points (0.6 per game).
  • With 18 points through 31 games (seven goals and 11 assists), Jonathan Marchessault has been an important part of Nashville’s offense this season.
  • In 25 games played this season, Juuse Saros (6-14-5) has allowed 67 goals.

Rangers Points Leaders

  • Artemi Panarin has totaled 15 goals (0.5 per game) and collected 20 assists (0.7 per game), taking 3.1 shots per game and shooting 16%. That makes him among the leaders for New York with 35 total points (1.2 per game).
  • Adam Fox has made a big impact for New York this season with 25 points, thanks to one goal and 24 assists.
  • Will Cuylle has 11 goals and 12 assists, for a season point total of 23.
  • Igor Shesterkin has a 10-11-1 record this season, with a .906 save percentage (25th in the league). In 22 games, he has 617 saves, and has allowed 64 goals (3.1 goals against average).

Predators’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
12/10/2024 Flames L 4-3 Home -189
12/12/2024 Stars W 4-1 Away +181
12/14/2024 Avalanche L 5-2 Away +146
12/17/2024 Rangers Home -115
12/19/2024 Penguins Home
12/21/2024 Kings Home
12/23/2024 Hurricanes Home

Rangers’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
12/11/2024 Sabres W 3-2 Away -148
12/14/2024 Kings L 5-1 Home -110
12/15/2024 Blues L 3-2 Away -135
12/17/2024 Predators Away -104
12/20/2024 Stars Away
12/22/2024 Hurricanes Home
12/23/2024 Devils Away

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Nashville vs. New York Game Info

  • Date: Tuesday, December 17, 2024
  • Time: 8:00 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
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  • Location: Nashville, Tennessee
  • Venue: Bridgestone Arena

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