How to Pick the Jets vs. Predators Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – January 7

Published 11:39 am Monday, January 6, 2025

Tuesday’s game that pits the Winnipeg Jets against the Nashville Predators, which starts at 8:00 PM ET, includes plenty of betting possibilities. Below, we go over the best bets for this matchup, so take a look before placing any wagers.

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Jets vs. Predators Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 5.5 (model projecting 5.8 goals)

  • Winnipeg and its opponent have hit the over on this game’s total (5.5 goals) 21 times this season.
  • There have been 16 Nashville games with over 5.5 goals this season.
  • The over/under for this game (5.5) is 0.5 less than the combined scoring averages for the Jets (3.59) and Predators (2.45).
  • These two teams are allowing a combined 5.6 goals per game, 0.1 more than this contest’s over/under.

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Moneyline Pick

Jets Moneyline: -143

  • The Jets have been victorious in 23 of their 29 games when they were listed as a moneyline favorite this season (79.3%).
  • Winnipeg is 13-5 (winning 72.2% of its games) when playing with moneyline odds of -143 or shorter.
  • The implied moneyline probability in this game says the Jets have a 58.8% chance to win.

Predators Moneyline: +120

  • In 17 games as the moneyline underdog, Nashville has pulled off the upset three times.
  • The Predators have won a single game with moneyline odds of +120 or longer (in six such games).
  • Nashville has a 45.5% chance to win this game (implied from the moneyline odds).

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Winnipeg 4, Nashville 2

Jets Points Leaders

  • Kyle Connor has been imperative to Winnipeg’s offense this season, registering 52 points in 41 games.
  • Having scored 23 goals and adding 23 assists, Mark Scheifele is a top contributor for Winnipeg through 41 games.
  • Through 41 games, Joshua Morrissey has proven himself as a contributor for Winnipeg. He has 37 points (four goals and 33 assists).
  • Across 32 games played, Connor Hellebuyck has a goaltending record of 24-6-2. During those games, he’s allowed 67 goals while recording 839 saves.

Predators Points Leaders

  • Filip Forsberg is a leading scorer for Nashville, with 33 points this season. He has recorded nine goals and 24 assists in 40 games.
  • Jonathan Marchessault is pivotal for Nashville’s attack with 29 total points (0.7 per game), including 14 goals and 15 assists through 40 games.
  • Ryan O’Reilly has 12 goals and 13 assists for Winnipeg.
  • Juuse Saros’ record stands at 9-16-6 on the season, allowing 82 goals (2.7 goals against average) and collecting 785 saves with a .905 save percentage (23rd in the league).

Jets’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
12/31/2024 Avalanche L 5-2 Away +175
1/2/2025 Ducks L 4-3 Home -269
1/4/2025 Red Wings L 4-2 Home -216
1/7/2025 Predators Home -143
1/10/2025 Kings Home
1/11/2025 Avalanche Home
1/14/2025 Canucks Home

Predators’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
12/31/2024 Wild L 5-3 Away +100
1/3/2025 Canucks W 3-0 Away -191
1/4/2025 Flames W 4-1 Away -101
1/7/2025 Jets Away +120
1/11/2025 Capitals Home
1/14/2025 Golden Knights Home
1/16/2025 Blackhawks Home

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Winnipeg vs. Nashville Game Info

  • Date: Tuesday, January 7, 2025
  • Time: 8:00 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
  • Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba
  • Venue: Canada Life Centre

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