Dallas Stars vs. Nashville Predators Prediction & Preview

The Nashville Predators (27-40-8) aim to snap their losing streak when they face the Dallas Stars (49-21-4) for the third time this season on Thursday, April 3 at 8:00 PM ET. The action takes place at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, where the Stars are favored with a puck line at -1.5 (-110) at MyBookie.

Nashville Predators Betting Preview

The Predators are second to last in the Central Division and have had a hard time finding consistency this season. Over their last 10 games they are 2-7-1 and are currently on a four-game losing streak. Their recent defeat was an 8-4 outing against the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Nashville landed a goal after being down 3-0 in the first period, but then allowed the Blue Jackets to post four goals in the second to take a sizable lead. The Predators were able to get back within a goal in that period, but collapsed on defense. They also failed to convert in all four of their power play opportunities.

Their offense produces 2.52 goals and 29.2 shots a game. Their defense has allowed 3.27 goals and 28.5 shots a game. This margin has steadily been negative all season, showing they typically allow more goals than they can handle.

The Predators have scored 44 power play goals and have allowed 43. Their power play percentage is at 21.1, while their penalty kill percentage is at 80.5.

Dallas Stars Betting Preview

The Stars are second in the Central Division and have gone 7-1-2 in their previous 10 matchups. They are currently on a six-game win streak and are coming off a 3-1 performance over the Seattle Kraken.

Matt Duchene and Wyatt Johnston each scored a goal in roughly 45 seconds apart from one another in the first period to give the Stars an edge early. Casey DeSmith recorded 35 saves and had a save percentage at .972.

Dallas averages 3.41 goals and takes 28.6 shots a game. On defense they allow 2.53 goals and 28.4 shot attempts from opponents each game. This spread is appealing, which will likely make an impact here.

The Stars have scored 50 power play goals and have given up 31. Their power play percentage comes in at 22.5 and they have a penalty kill percentage at 84.7, both of which are more appealing than what the Predators offer.

Odds, Series Trends, and Free Pick

Check out MyBookie for the best Nashville Predators vs. Dallas Stars betting odds, where it reveals the Stars as 1.5-puck line favorites. The Predators have been horrendous on the road at 9-24-5 while the Stars are 27-7-2 at home.

In the first meeting back in October, the Stars won 4-3. In December, the Predators came away with a 4-1 win on the road. Given the recent struggles by the Predators and the Stars’ momentum, the Stars should be able to cover the spread.

Final Pick: Dallas Stars -1.5 (-110)