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Nashville Predators vs St. Louis Blues Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 07-11-2026
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Match Prediction
Expected score: Nashville Predators 4-3 St. Louis Blues
Nashville PredatorsDrawSt. Louis Blues
Nashville hosts St. Louis in an NHL matchup between two teams jostling for position in the middle of the pack. The Predators sit eighth with 17 points from 15 games, while the Blues occupy ninth with 15 points from the same number of fixtures. Both sides have shown offensive capability but inconsistency on the road, making this a contest where home-ice advantage could prove decisive.
Team form
Nashville Predators
Nashville have won three of their last five, including a dominant 6-2 victory over Colorado on 2026-10-26. However, they suffered a heavy 0-6 defeat at Boston on 2026-10-22, a result that exposed defensive vulnerabilities. Over these five games, they've scored 3.6 goals per game and conceded 3.4, suggesting an attack-minded approach that leaves room for opposition chances. Their 5-2 win over St. Louis on 2026-10-18 is particularly relevant: they controlled that contest and will draw confidence from their ability to break down the Blues' defence.
St. Louis Blues
St. Louis have won two of five but lost three, including a 1-6 thrashing at Colorado on 2026-10-04. They've been more prolific than Nashville over this stretch, averaging 3.8 goals per game, but their defensive record is concerning at 4.0 conceded per game. A 7-2 win over Ottawa on 2026-10-13 showed their ceiling, yet losses to Minnesota, Chicago and Colorado reveal how quickly they can unravel. Travelling to Nashville, where they lost 5-2 less than three weeks ago, presents a difficult assignment.
Head-to-head
No head-to-head history is available beyond the recent 5-2 Nashville victory on 2026-10-18, which provides the only recent reference point for how these teams match up.
Key factors
Nashville's home record and recent form against St. Louis give them an edge, but the Blues' offensive output cannot be ignored. St. Louis averaged 3.8 goals per game in their last five, suggesting they have the firepower to trouble the Predators. Conversely, Nashville's defensive leakiness — exemplified by the Boston loss — means St. Louis will fancy their chances on the counter-attack. The Predators' 5-2 win in their last meeting indicates they can control tempo and limit St. Louis's space, a blueprint they may attempt to replicate. Special teams and goaltending consistency will likely decide a tight affair.
Prediction
Nashville are the favourite on home ice with a 5-2 recent victory over this opponent and a better record in their last five games. The Predators' 17 points from 15 games, coupled with their 3.6 goals-per-game average, suggests a team capable of out-scoring the Blues despite defensive frailties. St. Louis's 4.0 goals conceded per game is a vulnerability Nashville should exploit. However, the Blues' 3.8 goals-per-game average means they retain genuine scoring threat, and their loss to Nashville was only 11 days ago, so they will have studied the tape. This looks like a high-scoring affair where the home side's slight edge in recent form and head-to-head result tips the balance.
Nashville are the more likely winner, though St. Louis possess sufficient offensive capability to make this competitive. For fantasy purposes, back the Predators' forwards to deliver, but monitor St. Louis's ability to generate chances in transition. A close, goal-heavy contest favours teams with depth scoring and reliable goaltending—both areas where Nashville have shown recent promise.
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Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Edmonton Oilers | 16 | 9 | 2 | 25 |
| 2 |  Minnesota Wild | 17 | 11 | 3 | 25 |
| 3 |  Vegas Golden Knights | 17 | 8 | 5 | 22 |
| 4 |  Utah Mammoth | 16 | 8 | 6 | 20 |
| 5 |  Dallas Stars | 15 | 6 | 5 | 19 |
| 6 |  Seattle Kraken | 15 | 6 | 5 | 19 |
| 7 |  Colorado Avalanche | 16 | 9 | 6 | 19 |
| 8 |  Nashville Predators | 15 | 5 | 4 | 17 |
| 9 |  St. Louis Blues | 15 | 7 | 7 | 15 |
| 10 |  Anaheim Ducks | 15 | 6 | 7 | 15 |
| 11 |  Calgary Flames | 16 | 7 | 8 | 15 |
| 12 |  San Jose Sharks | 17 | 2 | 9 | 15 |
| 13 |  Winnipeg Jets | 16 | 4 | 8 | 13 |
| 14 |  Los Angeles Kings | 14 | 3 | 7 | 12 |
| 15 |  Chicago Blackhawks | 16 | 3 | 11 | 9 |
| 16 |  Vancouver Canucks | 17 | 1 | 13 | 7 |
| 1 |  Carolina Hurricanes | 17 | 11 | 3 | 26 |
| 2 |  Boston Bruins | 16 | 8 | 4 | 23 |
| 3 |  Montreal Canadiens | 15 | 6 | 3 | 21 |
| 4 |  Ottawa Senators | 17 | 8 | 6 | 21 |
| 5 |  Tampa Bay Lightning | 14 | 8 | 3 | 20 |
| 6 |  New Jersey Devils | 15 | 7 | 5 | 20 |
| 7 |  Florida Panthers | 16 | 7 | 5 | 20 |
| 8 |  Toronto Maple Leafs | 17 | 7 | 7 | 18 |
| 9 |  Buffalo Sabres | 15 | 5 | 5 | 17 |
| 10 |  New York Rangers | 16 | 8 | 7 | 17 |
| 11 |  Detroit Red Wings | 16 | 5 | 6 | 17 |
| 12 |  Washington Capitals | 14 | 7 | 6 | 16 |
| 13 |  New York Islanders | 14 | 5 | 5 | 16 |
| 14 |  Columbus Blue Jackets | 13 | 2 | 7 | 12 |
| 15 |  Pittsburgh Penguins | 15 | 2 | 8 | 12 |
| 16 |  Philadelphia Flyers | 17 | 4 | 9 | 12 |
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