New York Rangers vs Nashville Predators Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/21

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The New York Rangers will take on the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena. This game is part of the NHL Regular Season. It will be held on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at 7:00 PM.

The Rangers, led by head coach Mike Sullivan, have a record of 18-15-4. They rank 11th in the Eastern Conference. The Predators, coached by Andrew Brunette, hold a 14-16-4 record and rank 13th in the Western Conference. The game will be broadcast on ESPN+.

Rangers vs Predators Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: New York Rangers vs. Nashville Predators
  • Venue: Bridgestone Arena
  • Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025
  • Betting Odds: New York Rangers MoneyLine -118, Nashville Predators MoneyLine -101

New York Rangers Team Preview

The New York Rangers have had mixed results in their recent games. They secured a 5-4 win against the Philadelphia Flyers, with Artemi Panarin leading the charge with two goals. However, they also faced a 3-0 loss to the Vancouver Canucks, where the team struggled to find the back of the net.

Artemi Panarin has been a key player for the Rangers this season. He has scored 13 goals and provided 23 assists in 36 games. His contribution is vital to the team’s offensive efforts.

In goal, Igor Shesterkin has been the primary option for the Rangers. He has 15 wins in 29 games, with 733 saves and 74 goals against. His performance is crucial for the team’s defense as they look to secure more victories.

Nashville Predators Team Preview

The Nashville Predators recently had a strong game against the Toronto Maple Leafs. They scored 5 goals and had 34 shots on goal. Juuse Saros made 19 saves on 22 shots, helping the team secure the win.

In a previous game against the Carolina Hurricanes, the Predators lost by 3 goals. They managed to get 26 shots on goal but only scored once. Juuse Saros was busy in net, making 33 saves on 36 shots.

Filip Forsberg is a key player for the Predators, with 15 goals and 12 assists this season. Steven Stamkos also contributes with 13 goals and 6 assists. Juuse Saros, the team’s main goalie, has 13 wins and 671 saves this season.

BTB Betting Pick

The New York Rangers are favored to win against the Nashville Predators with a moneyline of -118. The Rangers have shown strong skater stats, ranking high in shots on goal and hits. Based on these stats and the odds, the Rangers are the pick to win the game with a projected score of 3-2.

The over/under line is set at 5.5 with the over at -124. Both teams have shown decent scoring ability in their skater stats. However, the Rangers’ solid defense, ranked 6th in goals against, suggests a lower-scoring game. The recommendation is to go with the under, with a projected total score of 5.