Don’t miss out on the NHL showdown between the Predators and Jets. The game is starting at 7:30 ET on ESPN+, and it’s hosted by the Jets at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB. Get ready to place your bets! This Central division matchup has an over/under of 5.5 goals, and the Jets are favored by -1.5 at home vs. the Predators.

NASHVILLE PREDATORS VS WINNIPEG JETS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Winnipeg Jets -1.5

This game will be played at Canada Life Centre at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, March 13th.

WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:

  • In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Predators winning this one 4-3.
  • We like the Predators on the moneyline (+130)
  • The Predators are also our pick on the spread at +1.5

Can Nashville Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?

On the season, the Predators have gone 37-26-4, putting them in 4th place in the Central Division and 6th in the Western Conference. In games against other Western Conference teams, Nashville has gone 22-19, and on the road, they have a record of 19-10-3.

In their last ten games, the Predators have gone 8-2, and they have won two straight games when they have been the underdog. For the season, Nashville has been the underdog in 38 of their 67 games and has gone 19-16-3 in those games.

When it comes to puck line games, the Predators have gone 37-29 this season, including 8-2 in their last ten games. Overall, Nashville has 22 wins by multiple goals.

On the road, the Predators have gone 20-12 against the puck line and 8-2 in their last ten games. In their last ten road games, the team’s average scoring margin is at +.3 goals per contest.

The average goal total for Nashville’s games is sitting at 6.2. The average over/under line for the season is 6.2. The Predators come in with an over/under record of 29-31-6.

In their last three road games, Nashville has averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 2. The team’s record in this stretch was 2-1 while going 2-1 vs. the spread.

In terms of their offensive performance, the Predators are averaging 3.2 goals per game this season, putting them in the 12th spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 11th in the league. This year, the Predators have recorded a 19-13 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. For games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 17-12 record.

The leading scorer for Nashville’s offense is Filip Forsberg. Coming into the game he has 33 goals, ranking 13th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 35 assists so far.

Defensively, the Jets are currently 21st in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.1 shots per game against Winnipeg. They also are 4th in shutouts, coming in with 5 shutouts.

Entering the game, goalie Juuse Saros has started 52 games this season. His current record stands at 27-21, and his save percentage is 0.991%.

Will the Jets Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?

At home, the Jets have been fantastic this season, going 22-8-2. In the Western Conference, Winnipeg is 3rd with 87 points and a record of 41-18-5. Over their last ten games, the Jets have gone 7-3, and they have won two straight games as the favorite.

On the year, Winnipeg has been favored in 44 of their 64 games and have gone 33-8-3 in those games. Against other teams from the Western Conference, the Jets have gone 24-14, and in the Central Division, they are 2nd with a record of 16-5.

On the season, the Jets have an average scoring margin of +.7 goals per game, and they have been favored in 44 of their games. Overall, their puck line record is 34-30, and they have 29 wins by multiple goals.

At home, Winnipeg’s average scoring margin is +1.0 goals per game, and their puck line record is 18-14. In their last ten home games, they have gone just 4-6 vs. the puck line.

This season, Winnipeg’s games have an average of 5.5 goals per game. The average over/under number for the season is 6. The Jets come in with an over/under performance of 23-34-7.

In their last three road games, Nashville has averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 2. The team’s record in this stretch was 2-1 while going 2-1 vs. the spread.

Offensively, the Jets come into the game at 3.1 goals per contest placing 18th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are in 19th position in the league. This season, the Jets are 19-10 when getting more shots on goal than their opponents. And in games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 21-8 record.

Winnipeg’s leading scorer is Kyle Connor. So far, he has 27 goals which is 27th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 18 assists so far.

Defensively, the Jets are currently 21st in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.1 shots per game against Winnipeg. They also are 4th in shutouts, coming in with 5 shutouts.

Entering the game, goalie Connor Hellebuyck has started 47 games this season. His current record stands at 30-14, and his save percentage is 0.963%.