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Blues vs. Predators prediction: Nashville favored to win Thursday's NHL matchup [12/11/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get St. Louis Blues vs Nashville Predators predictions for NHL Thursday.
The Nashville Predators will take on the St. Louis Blues, in what is expected to be a close NHL game, at Bridgestone Arena on Thursday, commencing at 8:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model gives the Predators a slight edge with a 51% win probability over the Blues.
This article offers a closer look at Thursday's Blues vs. Predators 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 result of Thursday's NHL game between the Blues and Predators 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Predators a 51% chance of defeating the Blues.
According to our model, the Blues (+1.5) have a 70% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
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 (-220) | -1.5 (+200) |
| Moneyline | +110 | -128 |
| Total | o6 (-110) | u6 (-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 probabilities against the best current 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 | Blues +1.5 | -220 |
| Moneyline | Blues | +110 |
| Total | Under 6 | -110 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Blues to win.
Blues vs. Predators player props
Who will score a goal in Blues vs. Predators?
According to our model, Jake Neighbours is most likely to score an anytime goal in Blues vs. Predators.
Our projections give Neighbours a 33.2% chance of scoring a goal at Bridgestone Arena, while the star is a 6.5% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
St. Louis Blues
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jake Neighbours | 33.2% |
| Dylan Holloway | 33.1% |
| Robert Thomas | 28.8% |
| Pavel Buchnevich | 26.6% |
| Pius Suter | 24.2% |
Nashville Predators
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Filip Forsberg | 32.3% |
| Steven Stamkos | 28.4% |
| Jonathan Marchessault | 25.1% |
| Ryan O'Reilly | 22.8% |
| Roman Josi | 20.9% |
First goal scorer predictions
St. Louis Blues
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jake Neighbours | 6.5% |
| Robert Thomas | 6.3% |
| Dylan Holloway | 6.1% |
| Pavel Buchnevich | 4.8% |
| Brayden Schenn | 4.3% |
Nashville Predators
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Filip Forsberg | 6.6% |
| Steven Stamkos | 5.3% |
| Jonathan Marchessault | 4.6% |
| Ryan O'Reilly | 4.2% |
| Roman Josi | 3.5% |
Blues vs. Predators game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's matchup between the Predators and Blues at Bridgestone Arena is scheduled to begin at 8:00PM ET.
- Who: St. Louis Blues vs. Nashville Predators
- Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
- Time: 8:00PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Bridgestone Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Predators, with a 51% win probability, will likely beat the Blues on Thursday.
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 sourced from the latest 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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