As the
NHL season heats up, the
Utah team is set to face off against the
Nashville Predators on April 11, 2025. Both squads are navigating the rollercoaster of the season, with
Utah aiming to maintain its upward trajectory while Nashville seeks to rebound from a string of defeats.
Roster Rundown
Utah's lineup is anchored by standout performances from Nick Schmaltz, who’s been racking up points with a sharp eye for assists. Michael Carcone’s been a crucial player too, with his ability to find the back of the net, having buried 18 goals this season. Juuso Valimaki’s a rock on defense, logging heavy minutes and keeping the puck out of dangerous areas. Karel Vejmelka, between the pipes, has been a fortress, boasting a save percentage north of .910. Missing from the rink, though, are Clayton Keller and Mikhail Sergachev, both crucial cogs in
Utah's machine, currently sidelined with injuries.
Nashville, on the other hand, leans heavily on Filip Forsberg, who's their top scorer with 25 goals. Juuse Saros, their goalie, has had a challenging stretch but remains a skilled netminder with a history of clutch saves. Ryan O'Reilly adds veteran leadership and offensive flair, having tallied numerous assists. Roman Josi, the defenseman, is their playmaker from the blue line, contributing both offensively and defensively. The Predators are notably missing Luke Schenn and Steven Stamkos due to injuries, which could impact their defensive and offensive strategies.
Head-to-Head
In their only previous encounter last year,
Nashville Predators triumphed over
Utah with a narrow 3-2 victory. The Preds will be looking to replicate that success, while
Utah aims for a bit of revenge.
Recent Form
Utah's been on a decent run recently, having notched a commanding 4-1 win against the Winnipeg Jets, although they took a 2-4 hit from the Los Angeles Kings. They bounced back by toppling the Calgary Flames 3-1, and their offense shone brightly in a 5-2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks. A slip against the Florida Panthers saw them fall 2-1, but overall, they’ve been skating on solid ice.
Nashville’s recent outings, though, have been tough sledding. They suffered a 2-1 defeat at the hands of the Montreal Canadiens and got outplayed by the Dallas Stars, losing 5-1. The Columbus Blue Jackets handed them an 8-4 drubbing, followed by a close 2-1 loss to the Philadelphia Flyers. Their latest match against the Vegas Golden Knights ended in a 3-1 loss, underscoring their current struggles.
Wrap-Up
Utah's found some rhythm in their recent games, riding a wave of momentum with three wins in their last five. They’ve shown resilience and a knack for capitalizing on scoring opportunities, despite missing key players. Nashville, however, is in a rut, needing to tighten their defensive play and find their scoring touch to halt the losing skid. The Predators are keen to turn things around and will look to their core players to step up.
Summary
With
Utah's recent form and Nashville's ongoing struggles, the odds might tilt slightly in favor of
Utah for this game.
Utah's been effective in getting the puck past goalies and their defensive setup has held strong, which could pose a challenge for Nashville's attack. Nashville has the talent but needs to regroup quickly to pose a serious threat. This matchup, with its blend of form, skill, and determination, promises a thrilling 60 minutes on the ice.
Match Odds Utah – Nashville Predators
Leon's odds are - on Utah triumphing at home.
At this moment our odds are equal to - on Nashville Predators visiting team's winning.
Draw odds are -.
