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Nashville Predators vs. Dallas Stars: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 3, 2025

Updated on:
Apr 3, 2025 8:12 AM
The Dallas Stars, riding a six-game win streak, welcome the Nashville Predators to the American Airlines Center on Thursday, Apr 3, 2025, at 8:00 PM. The Stars aim to extend their dominance, holding a 49-21-4 record, while the Predators look to snap their woes, sitting at 27-40-8. This Central Division matchup promises to be an intense battle, with the series currently tied 1-1.
Nashville Predators vs Dallas Stars

Current Odds

NSH
DAL
Over
6.0
+100
Under
6.0
-106
NSH
+1.5
+100
DAL
-3.5
+376
NSH
ML
+270
DAL
ML
-277

Predators vs Stars statistics

Stat Predators Stars
Goals For per Game 2.52 3.41
Goals Against Average 3.27 2.53
Shots per Game 29.2 28.6
Shots Against per Game 28.5 28.4
Power Play Goals 44 50
Power Play Goals Against 43 31
Short Handed Goals 1 6
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 727 513
Power Play Percentage 21.1 22.5
Penalty Kill Percentage 80.5 84.7

Dallas Stars recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
3/31/25 @ Seattle Kraken W 3-1
3/29/25 @ Seattle Kraken W 5-1
3/27/25 @ Calgary Flames W 5-2
3/26/25 @ Edmonton Oilers W 4-3
3/24/25 vs Minnesota Wild W 3-0

Nashville Predators recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/1/25 @ Columbus Blue Jackets L 8-4
3/31/25 @ Philadelphia Flyers L 2-1
3/29/25 vs Vegas Golden Knights L 3-1
3/27/25 vs St. Louis Blues L 3-2
3/25/25 @ Carolina Hurricanes W 3-1

Dallas Stars injuries

  • Sam Steel (C): Day-To-Day
  • Tyler Seguin (C): Injured Reserve
  • Miro Heiskanen (D): Injured Reserve
  • Nils Lundkvist (D): Injured Reserve

Nashville Predators injuries

  • Jonathan Marchessault (RW): Day-To-Day
  • Colton Sissons (C): Out

Predators vs Stars game info

Type Info
Venue American Airlines Center
Location Dallas, TX
Puck drop Thu 8:00 PM

Predators vs Stars predictions

When it comes to the Nashville Predators and their upcoming face-off against the Dallas Stars, one player's name resonates loudly, and that's Filip Forsberg. Forsberg, a dynamic left winger, has been nothing short of a linchpin for the Predators this season. With 29 goals and 39 assists to his name, Forsberg is poised to be a critical player as the Predators hope to upset the Stars. Imagine Forsberg slicing through the ice, stick-handling with finesse, and finding the back of the net with that laser-accurate shot of his. He’s the kind of player who can make magic happen on the ice and if he’s on top of his game, the Preds might just have a fighting chance. What’s more, with a bit of luck and a pinch of grit, Forsberg's offensive contributions could very well dictate the flow of the game.

On the flip side, Dallas Stars fans are buzzing with excitement about Jason Robertson. This left winger is having a spectacular season, tallying 33 goals and a whopping 75 points overall. Picture Robertson as a force to be reckoned with, skating with the kind of electrifying speed and agility that makes defenders quake in their skates. He’s not just about scoring, though; it’s his innate ability to find the open man that keeps the Stars' offense humming. And let’s not forget Matt Duchene, who’s been the architect behind many of those plays. With 46 assists, Duchene’s vision on the ice is like a lighthouse in the fog, guiding the puck perfectly onto the waiting sticks of his teammates. When these two are in sync, the Stars turn into a scoring machine that’s hard to stop.

With both teams boasting key players capable of changing the game's momentum in the blink of an eye, it promises to be thrilling from start to finish. However, looking at the teams' performances so far, the advantage seems to rest with the Dallas Stars. Riding a six-game win streak and showcasing solid home performances with a record of 27-7-2, the Stars seem to have the upper hand. Plus, given the Predators’ current road struggles, securing only 9 wins out of 38 away games, it's hard to dismiss the odds in favor of the Stars. Expect the Stars to shine bright in this showdown, with perhaps another dazzling performance by Robertson leading the way to victory. What do you think? Can the Stars continue their streak?

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