Nashville Predators — St. Louis Blues NHL Match Prediction
Nashville Predators
St. Louis BluesNashville Predators host St. Louis Blues at Bridgestone Arena on November 7, with three points separating the teams near the Western Conference playoff line. Nashville is eighth with 19 points from 16 games; St. Louis is tenth with 16 points.
Nashville’s Recent Surge and Lineup Questions
Form, scoring profile and home-ice pattern
Nashville has won three straight after consecutive 3:4 home losses to the Islanders and Capitals. The Predators then beat Tampa Bay 5:4 and Carolina 4:1 at home before winning 3:2 in overtime at Colorado.
Across those five games, Nashville scored 18 goals and conceded 15, scoring and allowing a goal in every game. Four were decided by one goal. The season goal balance stands at 49:50.
Strengths, weaknesses and expected personnel
Justus Annunen was on the pregame ice before the Colorado match, while Juuse Saros was confirmed to start against Carolina earlier in the week. The starter for this game is unconfirmed.
William Trudeau is on injured reserve with an upper-body injury, Jonathan Marchessault is day-to-day with a lower-body issue, and Nick Hague has missed the last two games. Shane Wright made a positive first appearance at center, adding another lineup option. Vitaly Pinchuk scored his first goal.
- Colorado Avalancheaway3:2
- Carolina Hurricaneshome4:1
- Tampa Bay Lightninghome5:4
- Washington Capitalshome3:4
- New York Islandershome3:4
St. Louis Faces a Defensive Test on the Road
Recent results and attacking efficiency
St. Louis has lost two straight after two victories. A 0:2 home loss to Montreal was followed by away wins over Boston, 4:1, and Detroit, 5:4, then defeats against the Rangers, 1:3, and New Jersey, 4:5 in overtime.
The Blues scored 14 goals and conceded 15 across those five games, scoring in four and allowing a goal in all five. Their last three away games yielded 10 goals for and 12 against.
Personnel, defensive structure and special teams
Ross Johnston is traveling with the team and is expected to return during the road trip, though his availability is unconfirmed. Colton Parayko recorded an assist in his first game back from injury. Logan Mayu was assigned to Springfield to regain game fitness.
The starting goaltender is unconfirmed.
- New Jersey Devilsaway4:5
- New York Rangersaway1:3
- Detroit Red Wingsaway5:4
- Boston Bruinshome4:1
- Montreal Canadienshome0:2
Head-to-Head Pattern: Narrow Overall Edge, Open Scores
Across 15 official meetings over the last five years, Nashville leads 8-7, with no regulation draws recorded. The Predators won the most recent meeting 5:2 at Bridgestone Arena on October 17, 2026.
- 18.10.2026Nashville Predators5:2St. Louis BluesNHL
- 03.02.2026Nashville Predators6:5St. Louis BluesNHL
- 28.12.2025St. Louis Blues3:2Nashville PredatorsNHL
- 16.12.2025St. Louis Blues2:5Nashville PredatorsNHL
- 12.12.2025Nashville Predators7:2St. Louis BluesNHL
Team News and Coaching Signals
Andrew Brunette praised Nashville’s attacking intent against the Avalanche and singled out Pinchuk’s confidence and chance creation. His comments also addressed lost leads and games reaching overtime or shootouts.
After the New Jersey defeat, Jim Montgomery praised Adam Jiricek’s improvement in defensive play and skating. No further injuries or suspensions are confirmed, and complete line combinations remain unconfirmed.
Our Pick
Our bet is Period 1: Both Teams To Score - No 1.41. Nashville enters Bridgestone Arena on a three-game winning streak, while St. Louis has lost its last two road games. That contrast supports a controlled opening from the hosts rather than an immediate exchange of chances.
Nashville scored in all five recent matches, but its first periods should be assessed against the broader game pattern: the Predators have conceded in each of those five games, while St. Louis has allowed goals in all five. The Blues’ last two away wins ended 1:3 against the New York Rangers and 4:5 against the New Jersey Devils. Nashville’s recent home results also include 3:4 and 3:4 losses, followed by 5:4 and 4:1 wins, showing that the attack improves as the game develops. The latest meeting in Nashville finished 5:2. A likely score is Nashville 3:2 St. Louis, with no goals from at least one team in Period 1.
Conclusion
Period 1: Both Teams To Score - No 1.41 is the selection. Nashville’s momentum and home ice should produce the sharper start, while the scoring profile of both teams points to more attacking activity later than in the opening period.
FAQ
When does Nashville Predators — St. Louis Blues kick off?
The match starts on 07.11.2026 at 13:00 (New York), Bridgestone Arena (Nashville).
What is the prediction for Nashville Predators — St. Louis Blues?
Our pick is Period 1: Both Teams To Score - No at 1.41.
What are the teams’ chances?
By market estimate: Nashville Predators win — 38%, draw — 23%, St. Louis Blues win — 39%.
Chances by market estimate
Team form
- Colorado Avalancheaway3:2
- Carolina Hurricaneshome4:1
- Tampa Bay Lightninghome5:4
- Washington Capitalshome3:4
- New York Islandershome3:4
- New Jersey Devilsaway4:5
- New York Rangersaway1:3
- Detroit Red Wingsaway5:4
- Boston Bruinshome4:1
- Montreal Canadienshome0:2
Standings · Western Conference
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Seattle Kraken | 15 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 54:53 | 19 |
| 8 | Nashville Predators | 16 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 49:50 | 19 |
| 9 | Anaheim Ducks | 16 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 59:61 | 17 |
| 10 | St. Louis Blues | 16 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 49:50 | 16 |
| 11 | Calgary Flames | 16 | 7 | 0 | 8 | 39:55 | 15 |
Head-to-head
- 18.10.2026Nashville Predators5:2St. Louis BluesNHL
- 03.02.2026Nashville Predators6:5St. Louis BluesNHL
- 28.12.2025St. Louis Blues3:2Nashville PredatorsNHL
- 16.12.2025St. Louis Blues2:5Nashville PredatorsNHL
- 12.12.2025Nashville Predators7:2St. Louis BluesNHL
About the match
- 7 November · 13:00 New York
- Venue: Bridgestone Arena (Nashville)
Odds
Odds updated 06.11 13:10
Market Balance and Goal-Line Movement
The 1X2 market assigns Nashville a 38.4% win probability, St. Louis 38.6%, and the draw 23.1%, making the Blues marginal favorites. Home-win and draw odds are lengthening, while away-win odds are shortening.
Over 5.5 is priced at a 53.4% probability but has weakened over the last day. Under 5.5 stands at 46.6% and has attracted support: the movement is toward fewer goals despite both teams’ recent concession records.
Our prediction
- Market
- Period 1: Both Teams To Score - No
- Current odds
- 1.41
- Confidence
- Our estimate
- 65%
- Market estimate
- 65%
- Status
- pending
The bet will be placed 1–3 hours before the match
