Nashville Predators vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/17

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The Nashville Predators will take on the Vegas Golden Knights in an NHL regular season game. This matchup will be held at T-Mobile Arena on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 10:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+.

Nashville comes into the game with a record of 23-20-4. They are ranked 9th in the Western Conference and 5th in the Central Division. The Golden Knights have a record of 23-11-12 and are 4th in the Western Conference, leading the Pacific Division.

Predators vs Golden Knights Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Nashville Predators vs. Vegas Golden Knights
  • Venue: T-Mobile Arena
  • Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Nashville Predators +1.5 (-125), Vegas Golden Knights -1.5 (+101), Over/Under 6.0

Nashville Predators Team Preview

The Nashville Predators have been playing well lately. They won their last three games. They scored seven goals against the Colorado Avalanche.

Ryan O’Reilly is one of their top skaters. He scored three goals and had one assist against the Avalanche. Filip Forsberg also played well with one goal and two assists in that game.

Juuse Saros is their main goalie. He made 39 saves against the Avalanche. Saros has played 36 games this season with 18 wins and 898 saves.

Vegas Golden Knights Team Preview

The Vegas Golden Knights have been on a winning streak in their recent games. They have secured victories in their last five games, showcasing strong offensive play. In their most recent game against the Toronto Maple Leafs, they won 6-5, with Jack Eichel contributing significantly with 1 goal and 3 assists.

Jack Eichel has been a key player for the Golden Knights this season. He has accumulated 55 points from 17 goals and 38 assists in 39 games. His ability to create scoring opportunities makes him a crucial part of the team’s success.

The Golden Knights’ goaltending has also been solid, with Adin Hill making 23 saves in their recent win over the Maple Leafs. The team ranks 12th in goals against with 132 goals allowed this season. Their defensive efforts, including a high number of blocks, have been instrumental in their recent victories.

BTB Betting Pick

The Vegas Golden Knights are favored to win against the Nashville Predators. The moneyline for the Golden Knights is -245, while the Predators are at +193. With stronger skater and goaltending stats, Vegas is expected to secure the victory with a projected score of 4-2.

The total for the game is set at 6.0. The stats suggest a combined score of 6 goals, making the under a viable pick at -119. Both teams have solid goaltending, which should help keep the total under 6 goals.