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Blues vs. Predators prediction: Nashville favored to win Monday's NHL matchup [2/2/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get St. Louis Blues vs Nashville Predators predictions for NHL Monday.
The Nashville Predators will take on the St. Louis Blues in NHL action at Bridgestone Arena on Monday, commencing at 8:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model projects the Predators as the most likely winner of the Blues vs. Predators game.
This article offers a closer look at Monday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Blues vs. Predators prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Monday's NHL game between the Blues and Predators 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Predators a 55% chance of beating the Blues.
According to our model, the Blues (+1.5) have a 65% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 57% chance of going over.
Blues vs. Predators odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Blues | Predators |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-215) | -1.5 (+180) |
| Moneyline | +126 | -140 |
| Total | o5.5 (-125) | u5.5 (+110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Blues vs. Predators picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Predators -1.5 | +180 |
| Moneyline | Blues | +126 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | -125 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 5.5 total goals.
Blues vs. Predators player props
Who will score a goal in Blues vs. Predators?
According to our model, Filip Forsberg is most likely to score an anytime goal in Blues vs. Predators.
Our projections give Forsberg a 37.6% chance of scoring a goal at Bridgestone Arena, while the star is a 7.9% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
St. Louis Blues
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jordan Kyrou | 31.3% |
| Jake Neighbours | 27.0% |
| Pavel Buchnevich | 23.2% |
| Jonatan Berggren | 22.4% |
| Dalibor Dvorsky | 21.2% |
Nashville Predators
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Filip Forsberg | 37.6% |
| Steven Stamkos | 36.4% |
| Jonathan Marchessault | 28.5% |
| Ryan O'Reilly | 27.2% |
| Roman Josi | 26.1% |
First goal scorer predictions
St. Louis Blues
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jordan Kyrou | 6.2% |
| Jake Neighbours | 5.1% |
| Dalibor Dvorsky | 4.3% |
| Jonatan Berggren | 4.3% |
| Brayden Schenn | 4.1% |
Nashville Predators
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Filip Forsberg | 7.9% |
| Steven Stamkos | 7.4% |
| Jonathan Marchessault | 5.3% |
| Ryan O'Reilly | 5.2% |
| Roman Josi | 4.9% |
Blues vs. Predators game-day updates and essential details
Monday's action between the Predators and Blues at Bridgestone Arena is scheduled to commence at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: St. Louis Blues vs. Nashville Predators
- Date: Monday, February 2, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Bridgestone Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Predators, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Blues on Monday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Blues vs. Predators insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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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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