Blues vs. Predators prediction favors St. Louis to win Saturday's NHL matchup [10/17/2026]

Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have re-simulated the outcome of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Blues and Predators, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.

Our famous predictive model currently gives the Blues a 51.4% chance of beating the Predators. According to our model, the Predators (+1.5) have a 70.2% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has a 51.6% chance of staying under.

Latest betting odds

We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Puck Line: Blues -1.5 (+233) / Predators +1.5 (-257)
• Moneyline: Blues -102, Predators +100
• Total: Over/Under 6 (-109/-105)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Puck line: Blues -1.5 @ 30¢ via Novig
• Moneyline: Blues @ 50¢ via Novig
• Total: Under 6 @ -105 via BetMGM

According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Blues to win.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.

Blues vs. Predators player props

Who will score a goal in Blues vs. Predators?

According to our model, Steven Stamkos is most likely to score an anytime goal in Blues vs. Predators.

Our projections give Stamkos a 38.5% chance of scoring a goal at Bridgestone Arena, while the star is an 8.0% chance of netting the first goal the game.

Anytime goal scorer predictions

St. Louis Blues

• Robert Thomas: 32.6% probability
• Dylan Holloway: 30.0% probability
• Jimmy Snuggerud: 29.4% probability
• Mason McTavish: 26.3% probability
• Pavel Buchnevich: 23.2% probability

Nashville Predators

• Steven Stamkos: 38.5% probability
• Filip Forsberg: 34.4% probability
• Ryan O'Reilly: 26.5% probability
• Vitali Pinchuk: 22.8% probability
• Matthew Wood: 21.1% probability

First goal scorer predictions

St. Louis Blues

• Robert Thomas: 6.8% probability
• Dylan Holloway: 6.0% probability
• Jimmy Snuggerud: 5.5% probability
• Mason McTavish: 4.8% probability
• Pavel Buchnevich: 3.8% probability

Nashville Predators

• Steven Stamkos: 8.0% probability
• Filip Forsberg: 7.2% probability
• Ryan O'Reilly: 4.7% probability
• Vitali Pinchuk: 4.2% probability
• Matthew Wood: 3.8% probability

Game info & puck drop details

Saturday's game between the Predators and Blues at Bridgestone Arena is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM ET.

• Who: St. Louis Blues vs. Nashville Predators
• Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
• Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
• Venue: Bridgestone Arena

Conclusion

We predict the Blues, with a 51.4% win probability, will likely beat the Predators in Saturday's NHL matchup.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary NHL prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.