Chicago Blackhawks (14-28-2, in the Central
Division) vs. Nashville Predators (14-22-7, in the Central
Division)
Nashville, Tennessee; Thursday, 8 p.m. EST
BOTTOM LINE: The Nashville Predators host the Chicago Blackhawks
after Steven Stamkos scored two goals in the Predators' 5-3 win
against the Vegas Golden Knights.
Nashville has a 5-6-2 record in Central Division play and a
14-22-7 record overall. The Predators have a 13-5-1 record when
scoring three or more goals.
Chicago is 14-28-2 overall and 4-9-1 against the Central
Division. The Blackhawks have an 8-13-2 record in games their
opponents commit fewer penalties.
The matchup Thursday is the second time these teams play this
season. The Predators won 3-2 in the last meeting.
TOP PERFORMERS: Roman Josi has eight goals and 21 assists for
the Predators. Ryan O'Reilly has six goals and two assists over
the last 10 games.
Connor Bedard has 12 goals and 27 assists for the Blackhawks.
Tyler Bertuzzi has scored four goals with one assist over the
past 10 games.
LAST 10 GAMES: Predators: 5-5-0, averaging three goals, 4.7
assists, 3.7 penalties and 9.2 penalty minutes while giving up
2.9 goals per game.
Blackhawks: 2-8-0, averaging 2.5 goals, 4.3 assists, 3.1
penalties and 7.9 penalty minutes while giving up 4.2 goals per
game.
INJURIES: Predators: None listed.
Blackhawks: None listed.
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