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Nashville Predators vs. Anaheim Ducks: Preview, Predictions and Picks for January 25, 2025

Updated on:
Jan 25, 2025 9:01 PM
The Nashville Predators, fresh off Filip Forsberg's impressive 2-goal performance, travel to the Honda Center to take on the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at 10:00 PM. The Predators aim to capitalize on Forsberg's momentum, looking to overcome their struggling road record (6-14-4) against the Ducks, who are 10-12-2 at home. This Central Division vs Pacific Division matchup is set to be an exciting one in the NHL.
Nashville Predators vs Anaheim Ducks

Current Odds

NSH
ANA
Over
6.0
-105
Under
6.0
+100
NSH
-1.5
+135
ANA
+1.5
-145
NSH
ML
-175
ANA
ML
+178

Predators vs Ducks statistics

Stat Predators Ducks
Goals For per Game 2.70 2.42
Goals Against Average 3.17 3.10
Shots per Game 29.9 28.0
Shots Against per Game 29.1 32.1
Power Play Goals 31 17
Power Play Goals Against 25 36
Short Handed Goals 1 0
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 452 409
Power Play Percentage 22.6 12.9
Penalty Kill Percentage 82.4 73.5

Anaheim Ducks recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
1/23/25 vs Pittsburgh Penguins W 5-1
1/21/25 vs Florida Panthers L 5-2
1/18/25 @ Florida Panthers L 3-0
1/16/25 @ Tampa Bay Lightning L 4-3 SO
1/14/25 @ Washington Capitals L 3-0

Nashville Predators recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
1/23/25 @ San Jose Sharks W 6-5
1/21/25 vs San Jose Sharks W 7-5
1/18/25 vs Minnesota Wild W 6-2
1/16/25 vs Chicago Blackhawks W 3-2 SO
1/14/25 vs Vegas Golden Knights W 5-3

Anaheim Ducks injuries

  • Isac Lundestrom (C): Day-To-Day
  • Brock McGinn (LW): Injured Reserve
  • Trevor Zegras (C): Injured Reserve
  • Troy Terry (RW): Injured Reserve
  • John Gibson (G): Day-To-Day

Nashville Predators injuries

  • Mark Jankowski (LW): Out
  • Luke Evangelista (RW): Injured Reserve
  • Steven Stamkos (C): Day-To-Day
  • Jeremy Lauzon (D): Injured Reserve
  • Tommy Novak (C): Day-To-Day

Predators vs Ducks game info

Type Info
Venue Honda Center
Location Anaheim, CA
Puck drop Sat 10:00 PM

Predators vs Ducks predictions

As the Nashville Predators lace up for their showdown against the Anaheim Ducks, Filip Forsberg remains the name on everyone's lips. With 18 goals and 29 assists under his belt, he’s been nothing short of spectacular for Nashville this season. Imagine him skating down the ice, laser-focused, ready to continue his hot streak after that sizzling 2-goal game. But who else might step up alongside him? Keep an eye on his power play numbers; he's poised to capitalize on any Ducks' defensive misstep. As Forsberg goes, so do the Predators, and fans are eagerly anticipating another stellar performance from the left winger. You can almost feel his determination to push the team further up the standings.

Switching gears to the Anaheim Ducks, the spotlight shifts to Troy Terry. Sure, he's on the injured reserve, but this lineup is full of surprises. With 15 goals and 22 assists, Terry’s been the go-to guy for Anaheim. His absence is felt, so the question becomes: Who will fill those skates? Watch out for others stepping up, possibly someone from the defensive line eager to make an impression. It’s going to be pivotal for the Ducks to find the firepower in his absence if they hope to hold their ground against the Predators’ offensive threats. The Ducks at home are always a tough nut to crack, and without Terry, resilience may become their mantra.

Now, the big question: Who emerges victorious under the Honda Center lights? Judging by recent play, it could be an evenly matched duel. However, the Predators, with Forsberg leading the charge, seem to have that extra edge. They’re hungry, and coming off a solid performance, confidence is running high. Meanwhile, the Ducks have the home-ice advantage, yet Terry's injury looms large. If Forsberg gets into the groove early, it's challenging to see anyone derailing Nashville’s momentum. In a tightly contested game, my gut says Nashville might just skate away with the win. What do you think, could this finally be Nashville's road breakthrough?

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