How to Pick the Jets vs. Predators Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – December 30

Published 12:46 pm Sunday, December 29, 2024

Monday’s contest that pits the Winnipeg Jets against the Nashville Predators, which begins at 7:30 PM ET, features plenty of betting possibilities. Below, we go over the best bets for this matchup, so take a look before making any wagers.

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Jets vs. Predators Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Under 6.5 (model projecting 5.9 goals)

  • Winnipeg and its opponent have combined for more than Monday’s total of 6.5 goals 14 times this season.
  • So far this season, 13 games Nashville has played finished with over 6.5 goals.
  • The Jets score 3.7 goals per game, compared to the Predators’ average of 2.44, adding up to 0.4 fewer goals than this contest’s over/under of 6.5.
  • The 5.6 goals per game these two teams allow are 0.9 less than the over/under set for this contest.

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Moneyline Pick

Jets Moneyline: -162

  • In the 26 times this season the Jets have been a moneyline favorite, they have finished 22-4 in those games.
  • When it has played with moneyline odds of -162 or shorter, Winnipeg has compiled an 11-2 record (winning 84.6% of its games).
  • Based on this contest’s moneyline, the Jets have an implied probability of 61.8% to win.

Predators Moneyline: +135

  • In 14 games as the moneyline underdog, Nashville has pulled off the upset two times.
  • The Predators have won a single game with moneyline odds of +135 or longer (in four such games).
  • Nashville has a 42.6% chance to win this matchup (implied from its moneyline odds).

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Winnipeg 4, Nashville 2

Jets Points Leaders

  • One of Winnipeg’s top offensive players this season is Kyle Connor, who has recorded 49 points in 37 games.
  • Mark Scheifele has 44 points (22 goals, 22 assists) to add to the team’s scoring efforts.
  • Joshua Morrissey has created 34 points for Winnipeg in 37 games this season, netting a goal on 4.1% of his shots and putting up three goals and 31 assists.
  • Connor Hellebuyck (23-5-1) has a 2.1 goals against average and a save percentage of .928 for Winnipeg.

Predators Points Leaders

  • Filip Forsberg is a top offensive contributor for his team with 30 points (0.8 per game). He has recorded nine goals and 21 assists in 36 games (playing 18:54 per game).
  • Jonathan Marchessault is key for Nashville’s attack with 26 total points (0.7 per game), including 13 goals and 13 assists through 36 contests.
  • Roman Josi has seven goals and 17 assists, for a season point total of 24.
  • Juuse Saros has an 8-15-6 record this season, with a .903 save percentage (28th in the league). In 29 games, he has 733 saves, and has conceded 79 goals (2.8 goals against average).

Jets’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
12/21/2024 Wild W 5-0 Home -169
12/23/2024 Maple Leafs W 5-2 Away +109
12/28/2024 Senators W 4-2 Home -170
12/30/2024 Predators Home -162
12/31/2024 Avalanche Away
1/2/2025 Ducks Home
1/4/2025 Red Wings Home

Predators’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
12/21/2024 Kings W 3-2 Home -112
12/23/2024 Hurricanes W 5-2 Home +105
12/27/2024 Blues L 7-4 Away -139
12/30/2024 Jets Away +135
12/31/2024 Wild Away
1/3/2025 Canucks Away
1/4/2025 Flames Away

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Winnipeg vs. Nashville Game Info

  • Date: Monday, December 30, 2024
  • Time: 7:30 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
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  • Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba
  • Venue: Canada Life Centre

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