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Edmonton Oilers vs. Nashville Predators: Preview, Predictions and Picks for October 31, 2024

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Oct 31, 2024 9:12 AM
The Nashville Predators are set to host the Edmonton Oilers at Bridgestone Arena on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at 8:00 PM. The Oilers currently lead the regular season series 1-0, but the Predators will look to even the score on their home ice. ThePredators will aim to improve their 2-4-0 home record, while the Oilers seek to build on their 2-2-0 road record.
Edmonton Oilers
Nashville Predators

Oilers vs Predators statistics

Stat Oilers Predators
Goals For per Game 2.20 2.56
Goals Against per Game 3.50 3.44
Shots per Game 34.3 35.9
Shots Against per Game 26.1 28.2
Power Play Goals 4 6
Power Play Goals Against 11 2
Short Handed Goals 0 1
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 85 79
Power Play Percentage 13.8 18.2
Penalty Kill Percentage 62.1 93.1

Nashville Predators recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
10/28/24 @ Tampa Bay Lightning L 3-2 OT
10/26/24 vs Columbus Blue Jackets W 4-3 OT
10/25/24 @ Chicago Blackhawks W 3-2
10/22/24 vs Boston Bruins W 4-0
10/19/24 vs Detroit Red Wings L 5-2

Edmonton Oilers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
10/28/24 @ Columbus Blue Jackets L 6-1
10/27/24 @ Detroit Red Wings W 3-2 OT
10/25/24 vs Pittsburgh Penguins W 4-0
10/22/24 vs Carolina Hurricanes L 3-2 OT
10/19/24 @ Dallas Stars L 4-1

Oilers vs Predators predictions

As the Edmonton Oilers lace up their skates to take on the Nashville Predators, all eyes will likely be on Leon Draisaitl, especially with Connor McDavid sidelined due to injury. Draisaitl's been on fire this season, already netting six goals and leading his team with 10 points. Without McDavid's playmaking prowess on the ice, the burden to ignite the Oilers' offense will fall heavily on Draisaitl. In addition to him, other players like Ryan Nugent-Hopkins might need to ramp up their contributions to fill that McDavid-shaped hole; increased pressure that could either spawn excellence or expose gaps.

Shifting focus to the Nashville Predators, Filip Forsberg appears primed to capitalize on Edmonton's situation. With four goals to his name this season, Forsberg has shown that his scoring touch is still very much alive. However, it’s not just about Forsberg; Ryan O'Reilly has been quietly racking up assists, totaling five thus far. Their chemistry and leadership will be crucial against the Oilers, particularly in exploiting any defensive lapses that may arise from Edmonton's adjustment to McDavid’s absence.

Considering the setups and prevailing circumstances, predicting a winner leans a bit towards the home team. The Predators not only have the home ice advantage at the Bridgestone Arena, but also seem less impacted by key player absences compared to the Oilers. With Edmonton missing a cornerstone player like McDavid, and the Predators showing signs of solidifying their gameplay, the scales tip slightly in Nashville’s favor. It should be a tightly contested match, but the Predators might just have the edge they need to clinch the win. What do you think? Will Nashville use their home ice to full advantage?

Nashville Predators injuries

  • Juuse Saros (G): Day-To-Day
  • Spencer Stastney (D): Injured Reserve
  • Fedor Svechkov (C): Injured Reserve
  • Austin Roest (RW): Injured Reserve

Edmonton Oilers injuries

  • Connor McDavid (C): Out
  • Evander Kane (LW): Injured Reserve
  • Roby Jarventie (LW): Injured Reserve
  • Derek Ryan (C): Day-To-Day
  • Calvin Pickard (G): Day-To-Day

Oilers vs Predators game info

Type Info
Venue Bridgestone Arena
Location Nashville, TN
Puck drop Thu 8:00 PM

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