Nashville Predators vs St. Louis Blues Picks and Predictions March 18th 2025

Nashville Predators vs St. Louis Blues March 18th 2025

Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Blues versus the Predators? The puck drops at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. The Blues come into this Central division matchup as the -1.5 goal favorite to pick up the win. Currently, the over/under for the game is at 5.5 goals.

St. Louis vs. Nashville Key Information

• Teams: Blues at Predators
• Where: Bridgestone Arena Nashville
• Date: Tuesday, March 18th
• Betting Odds STL -115 | NAS -104 O/U 5.5

The Blues Can Win If…

With a 4-2 win over the Maple Leafs, the Blues moved to 33-28-7 this season. St. Louis covered the puck line as underdogs, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line.

After trailing 1-0 in the first period, the Blues responded with four unanswered goals. Three different players scored for St. Louis, with Colton Parayko leading the way with two goals.

Colton Parayko led the way for the Blues with two goals, bringing his season total to three. He also added his fifth assist on Pavel Buchnevich’s empty-netter, which was Buchnevich’s fourth goal of the season. Jordan Kyrou contributed his third goal, scoring unassisted in the second period.

After a scoreless first period, the Blues found the net three times in the second, with Parayko’s second goal coming at the 7:27 mark. St. Louis took 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways in their 4-2 win over Toronto.

Defensively, the Blues will look to carry momentum from their previous game, where they allowed just two goals to the Maple Leafs. Jordan Binnington made 35 saves, posting a 94.6% save percentage. The defense also contributed 3 takeaways and 17 hits.

• Through their last three games, the Blues have a record of 2-1. The team has also been excellent vs the spread, going 2-1. Their over-under record in these games was 3-0.
• Over their last ten regular season games, the Blues have gone 7-3 straight up. In these contests, the team went just 7-3 against the spread, while going 7-3 on the over-under.

The Predators Can Win If…

Nashville improved to 25-33-8 with a 5-2 win over the Avalanche. The Predators covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.

After falling behind 1-0, Nashville responded with five different players finding the net. They tied the game at 11:29 in the second period and took the lead with 1:20 left in the same period. The Predators added two empty-net goals in the third to seal the win.

Nashville’s offense found the net five times in their 5-2 victory over Colorado, with five different players scoring. Gustav Nyquist added his 4th goal of the season, while Filip Forsberg netted his 7th, both on empty nets. Roman Josi scored his 1st goal of the year on a power play.

The Predators took 25 shots on goal and scored twice on power plays. After a scoreless first period, they got on the board with Steven Stamkos’ 2nd goal of the season, also on a power play. Nashville recorded 15 giveaways in the game.

On defense, the Predators will look to build on their previous performance, where they allowed just two goals to the Avalanche. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage. Nashville’s defense also recorded 4 takeaways, 23 hits, and 25 blocks. The Predators did concede the first goal at 2:54 into the second period and another at 17:43 in the third.

• Over their last three regular season games, the Predators have gone 1-2 straight up. Across these games, their puck line record was just 1-2, while posting an over-under record of 0-3.
• The Predators have gone 5-5 over their last ten regular season games. Across these games, their puck line record was just 4-6, while posting an over-under record of 3-7.

The Lean

If you’re looking for a moneyline pick, my choice is the Predators to take down the Blues at home. With the moneyline currently at -104, I’m placing my bet on the Predators straight-up.

Our projections have the Predators pulling out a win as the underdog. But if you’re not as bullish as we are on the Predators, we’d recommend at least getting a bet down on them to cover the puck line.

For those looking at the over/under line set at 5.5 goals, our expectation is that this game will surpass that mark, and we suggest making a bet on the over.

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Surging Blues Look to Stay Hot Against Predators

The St. Louis Blues (33-28-7, 73 points) have finally broken past the .500 mark and into the Western Conference playoff race with a 9-2-2 surge. Their recent dominance includes a 5-1 road win over the Minnesota Wild and a 7-2 home rout of the Anaheim Ducks, with Jordan Kyrou contributing three goals and three assists over the weekend.

Now, the Blues head to Nashville on Tuesday, aiming to extend their winning ways against the Nashville Predators (25-33-8, 58 points) as they fight for a postseason berth in the NHL Central Division battle.

The Western Wild-Card Race Heats Up

The Blues are in a four-team battle for the final Western Conference wild-card spot, sitting tied with Vancouver (73 points), though the Canucks have a game in hand. Meanwhile, the Calgary Flames and Utah Hockey Club are just two points back, keeping the NHL Metropolitan Division Odds fluctuating.

With a four-game homestand ahead, including a critical matchup against Vancouver, St. Louis knows how crucial every point is down the stretch.

“We’ve clawed back, but we have 14 games left,” Blues captain Brayden Schenn said. “You can’t just be happy being in the wild card. Teams have games in hand, so we need a strong week here.”

Predators Seek More Offense at Home

While Nashville’s goaltending and defense have been strong, their offense has struggled. The Predators have held their last four opponents to two goals or fewer, but they’ve only scored seven goals in that stretch (2-1-1 record).

Their latest loss—a 1-0 overtime defeat to the Los Angeles Kings—showcased their defensive structure but highlighted the NHL Atlantic Division odds challenge they face in creating scoring chances.

“Our D-zone has been pretty good, but we need to create more offensively,” said defenseman Brady Skjei. “Getting shots through, creating traffic—that’s usually how you score in this league.”

Key Players to Watch

• Filip Forsberg leads Nashville with 59 points, but he has only four goals and two assists in his last 12 games.
• Jonathan Marchessault has just one goal and two assists in his last 11 games.
• Steven Stamkos, however, has rebounded with five goals and four assists in his last six games after a 13-game point drought.

Season Series & Betting Insights

The Blues won the previous meeting on Dec. 27, 7-4 in St. Louis. Robert Thomas scored twice, while Cam Fowler added a goal and two assists. Juuse Saros was pulled after allowing five goals on 16 shots.

With NHL Conference Winner Odds, Stanley Cup Odds, and NHL Pacific Division implications on the line, bettors should check the latest insights on the PICK & ODDS PAGE. The EXPERT BETTING GUIDE suggests looking at team trends, as the Blues have been red-hot offensively, while the Predators struggle to score.

Final Thoughts

Will St. Louis continue its playoff surge, or can Nashville find enough offense to secure a much-needed win? With the NHL Central Division race heating up, expect a battle in Music City.