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Blackhawks vs. Predators Prediction: Nashville Predicted to Win Saturday's NHL Matchup [3/8/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Saturday's Chicago Blackhawks vs Nashville Predators matchup.
NHL action continues on Saturday at 8:00PM ET as the Chicago Blackhawks face off with the favored Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Predators as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has used the latest data to run 10,000 simulations of Saturday's Chicago-Nashville game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various other inputs, we estimate that the Predators are more likely to win, while the Blackhawks have a lower chance of victory."
For a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Blackhawks vs. Predators predictions page.
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Blackhawks vs. Blackhawks Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Blackhawks and Predators 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Predators a 64% chance of beating the Blackhawks.
According to our model, the Blackhawks (+1.5) have a 58% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 55% chance of staying under.
Blackhawks vs. Predators Odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Blackhawks | Predators |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-120) | -1.5 (+105) |
| Moneyline | +220 | -250 |
| Total | o6.5 (+100) | u6.5 (-118) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Our model's biggest edge in today's Blackhawks vs. Predators matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, matched against the current odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
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Blackhawks vs. Predators Player Props
Who will score the first goal in Blackhawks vs. Predators?
According to our model, Nashville's Filip Forsberg is most likely to score the first goal in Blackhawks vs. Predators.
Our projections give Forsberg an 11.0% chance of scoring the first goal at Bridgestone Arena, while the Predators star is a 47.4% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Chicago Blackhawks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Connor Bedard | 6.4% |
| Ryan Donato | 5.8% |
| Teuvo Teravainen | 4.3% |
Nashville Predators
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Filip Forsberg | 11.0% |
| Steven Stamkos | 8.5% |
| Jonathan Marchessault | 6.3% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Chicago Blackhawks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Connor Bedard | 31.5% |
| Ryan Donato | 28.4% |
| Teuvo Teravainen | 25.2% |
Nashville Predators
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Filip Forsberg | 47.4% |
| Steven Stamkos | 39.1% |
| Jonathan Marchessault | 31.1% |
Hawks vs. Predators Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Saturday's action between the Predators and Blackhawks at Bridgestone Arena is scheduled to commence at 8:00PM ET.
- Who: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Nashville Predators
- Date: Saturday, March 8, 2025
- Time: 8:00PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Bridgestone Arena
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Saturday's Blackhawks vs. Predators matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Chicago vs. Nashville picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
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Conclusion
We predict the Predators, with a 64% win probability, will likely beat the Blackhawks on Saturday.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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