Nashville Predators vs Minnesota Wild Picks & Predictions

Filip Gustavsson (Minnesota Wild) Over 24.5 Saves (-115)

The bet on Filip Gustavsson to make over 24.5 saves is primarily based on his recent performance and predicted activity in the game. Gustavsson's L5 overall saves average is 25.4, just above the bet line, indicating a consistent ability to make a high number of saves. His L5 home games saves average is slightly lower at 23.8, but still close to the line. Furthermore, the model predicts he will make 26.15 saves in this game, which is above the bet line. The predicted activity in the game, indicated by Gustavsson's L5 overall shots against average of 28 and L5 home games shots against average of 27.4, suggests he will face enough shots to make over 24.5 saves. Finally, Gustavsson's current hit streak and hit rate in the last 4 games both at home and overall further supports the likelihood of this outcome.

Filip Forsberg (Nashville Predators) Under 3.5 Shots On Goal (-182)

The bet on Filip Forsberg for Under 3.5 in the 'Player Shots On Goal' market is backed by a blend of recent performance data and model predictions. The model's prediction of 2.4 shots is significantly under the line of 3.5. This under prediction is further substantiated by Forsberg's average shots in the last 5 away games, which was 2.6, still under the bet line. Although his overall shots average in the last 5 games is 3.6, it's worth noting his current away games hit streak is at 3, indicating consistent underperformance in away settings. His hit rate in the last 3 away games is also perfect, strengthening the under bet. Considering these factors, Forsberg's performance in away games supports the model's prediction and makes the under 3.5 bet a reasonable choice.