In an exciting Central Division clash, the Minnesota Wild are set to face off against the Nashville Predators in Saint Paul, Minnesota, on Tuesday at 8 p.m. EST. The Wild enter the game with an impressive record of 22 wins, 10 losses, and 5 overtime losses, showcasing their strong performance within the division, holding a record of 6-3-1 against Central Division rivals. With a scoring differential of +17, the Wild have netted 112 goals while allowing 95.
On the flip side, the Predators hold a record of 15 wins, 16 losses, and 4 overtime losses and a less favorable 4-6-2 mark within their division. However, they have demonstrated resilience, winning 10 of their 16 games when scoring three or more goals.
This matchup marks the second encounter between these two teams this season, with the Wild previously edging out a victory 3-2 in overtime during their last meeting.
Key players to watch include Minnesota’s Matthew Boldy, who has been a standout with 22 goals and 21 assists so far this season. Joel Eriksson Ek is also in good form, contributing four goals and six assists over his last ten games. For the Predators, Luke Evangelista has emerged as a crucial asset, accumulating five goals and 19 assists. Steven Stamkos is another player to keep an eye on, having scored eight goals and provided three assists in his last ten games.
Both teams are coming off strong performances, with the Wild boasting a 7-3-0 record in their last ten games and averaging an impressive 3.7 goals per game. The Predators mirror this success, also achieving a 7-3-0 record with a scoring average of 3.5 goals per game in their recent outings.
With both teams vying for a crucial win, fans can anticipate an action-packed game filled with skilled plays and competitive spirit. As they head into this pivotal clash, both the Wild and the Predators aim to strengthen their standings in the Central Division.