Edmonton Oilers vs Nashville Predators Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/13

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The Edmonton Oilers will visit the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena for an NHL regular season game. The game is set for Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 8:00 PM and will be broadcast on ESPN+. Edmonton holds a record of 23-17-7, while Nashville stands at 21-20-4.

Edmonton is led by Head Coach Kris Knoblauch and plays in the Western Pacific Division. They rank 2nd in their division. Nashville, under Head Coach Andrew Brunette, competes in the Western Central Division and is ranked 5th. Both teams aim to improve their standings with a win.

Oilers vs Predators Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Edmonton Oilers vs. Nashville Predators
  • Venue: Bridgestone Arena
  • Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Edmonton Oilers -121, Nashville Predators +100

Edmonton Oilers Team Preview

The Edmonton Oilers recently played five games with mixed results. They secured three wins, including a 4-1 win over the Chicago Blackhawks. In those games, the Oilers had a strong offensive display, with players like Evan Bouchard and Connor McDavid contributing significantly.

In the season, Connor McDavid has been a standout player for the Oilers. He has played 46 games, scoring 30 goals and making 50 assists. Leon Draisaitl also supports the team well, having scored 24 goals and provided 40 assists.

The Oilers’ goaltending has seen Tristan Jarry perform in 17 games with 12 wins. Calvin Pickard has played 16 games, securing 5 wins. The team ranks 20th in goals against during the season.

Nashville Predators Team Preview

The Nashville Predators have shown mixed results in recent games. They secured a narrow 3-2 win against the Washington Capitals, scoring two power-play goals. Roman Josi was a standout with a goal and two assists, while Steven Stamkos and Cole Smith also contributed with goals.

In their game against the Chicago Blackhawks, the Predators struggled offensively, losing 3-0. Despite firing 36 shots on goal, they couldn’t find the back of the net. Juuse Saros made 18 saves on 20 shots before being replaced, showing some resilience in goal.

Against the New York Islanders, the Predators achieved a 2-1 victory. Juuse Saros was key, saving 30 of 31 shots. Ryan O’Reilly and Cole Smith were active, with O’Reilly scoring one of the two goals.

BTB Betting Pick

The Edmonton Oilers are favored to win against the Nashville Predators with a moneyline of -121. The Oilers have strong offensive stats, with their goals ranking 3rd and power play goals ranking 1st. The projected score is Edmonton 4, Nashville 3. Based on this, the recommendation is to pick the Oilers to win straight up.

The total for the game is set at 6.5. Both teams have solid offensive capabilities, with Edmonton’s goals against ranking 20th and Nashville’s 16th. Given the projected score of 4-3, the recommendation is to take the over at +100, as both teams may score enough to surpass the line.