The Dallas Stars (50-25-6) and Nashville Predators (29-44-8) are set to face off in their final regular-season matchup at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. The Stars, despite securing a playoff spot, are looking to snap a six-game losing streak, while the Predators aim to close their season with a win before heading into the offseason.
Game Details
- Matchup: Dallas Stars vs. Nashville Predators
- Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM CT
- Location: Bridgestone Arena, Nashville, TN
- TV Broadcast: ESPN+, Bally Sports Southwest, Bally Sports South
- Betting Odds: Stars (-160), Predators (+135) Over/Under: 6 goals
Team Breakdown
Dallas Stars
- Record: 50-25-6 (2nd in Central Division)
- Season Series: 2-1 vs. Nashville
- Recent Performance: The Stars have struggled, losing six straight games, including a 6-4 defeat to the Detroit Red Wings on Monday. Despite their slump, they remain one of the top teams in the Western Conference heading into the playoffs.
- Key Players:
- Matt Duchene (C) – 30 goals, 51 assists.
- Mikko Rantanen (RW) – 32 goals, 88 points.
- Wyatt Johnston (C) – 33 goals, 38 assists.
- Goaltending: Jake Oettinger (36-17-4, 2.59 GAA, .915 SV%) is expected to start. He has allowed 12 goals in his last three starts but remains a key piece for Dallas heading into the postseason.
Nashville Predators
- Record: 29-44-8 (7th in Central Division)
- Season Series: 1-2 vs. Dallas
- Recent Performance: The Predators have lost five straight games, including a 5-1 defeat to Dallas on April 3. They have struggled offensively, ranking 30th in the NHL in goals scored (207).
- Key Players:
- Filip Forsberg (LW) – 31 goals, 74 points.
- Ryan O’Reilly (C) – 20 goals, 50 points.
- Jonathan Marchessault (RW) – 20 goals, 54 points.
- Goaltending: Juuse Saros (19-31-6, 2.83 GAA, .901 SV%) is expected to start. He has struggled recently, allowing four goals in the third period against Dallas last week.
Game Outlook
The Stars have dominated the season series, winning two of three matchups, including a 5-1 victory on April 3. Dallas has been strong offensively, averaging 3.5 goals per game over their last 10 contests, while Nashville has struggled, averaging just 2.6 goals per game.
Dallas Stars – 162
Nashville Predators 6.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, April 15, 2025
