Canucks vs Predators Game 6 Odds, Prediction & Pick (Friday, May. 3)

• The Nashville Predators are favored in Game 6 against the Vancouver Canucks
• We’ve made a Canucks vs Predator prediction for both the side and game total
• Read below for Canucks vs Predators Game 6 odds, predictions, and picks

The Vancouver Canucks head to Bridgestone Arena in Nashville to take on the Predators in Game 6 of their Round 1 playoff series on Friday night. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET with the game televised on TNT.

The Canucks currently lead the series 3-2 but the Predators are slight -125 moneyline favorites at home, with the over/under set at 5.5 goals.

Let’s explore the Game 6 Canucks vs Preds odds, as we provide our predictions and picks for tonight’s NHL game.

Canucks vs Predators Odds

Nashville is a -125 moneyline home favorite in the Friday NHL odds, giving Andrew Brunette’s team implied win probability to force Game 7.

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Canucks Blow Golden Opportunity

After taking a commanding 3-1 series lead, the Canucks had a chance to close things out at home in Game 5. However, the Predators eked out a gritty 2-1 victory to stave off elimination and send the series back to Music City.

Nashville got third-period goals from captain Roman Josi and defenseman Alexandre Carrier to overcome a 1-0 deficit. Goaltender Juuse Saros bounced back with a strong 19-save performance.

The Canucks have struggled to generate offense consistently in this series, ranking just 12th out of the 16 playoff teams with 12 total goals scored through five games. Leading scorer J.T. Miller has six points but was held off the scoresheet in Game 5. Brock Boeser has been their most dangerous forward with four goals.

On the back end, Quinn Hughes continues to drive play with five assists. In net, the Canucks have had to rely on 21-year-old rookie Arturs Silovs the last two games with Thatcher Demko injured.

Silovs has performed admirably, going 1-1 with a 2.57 goals against average and .904 save percentage. It remains to be seen if Silovs or veteran backup Casey DeSmith will get the Game 6 start. Whoever is between the pipes will need to be sharp, as Vancouver’s normally potent power play is clicking at just 15.4% in the playoffs.

Preds Still Have Life

For the Predators, their offense has also dried up with only 12 goals in the series to match Vancouver. Top winger Filip Forsberg leads the way with six points but the Preds need more from the supporting cast.

Defensively, they’ve done well to limit the Canucks’ chances, ranking 4th in expected goals against. That stingy team defense has helped Saros find his form after some early series struggles.

Juuse Saros this postseason:

— 5 starts
— 2 wins
— 2.21 GAA
— .879 save percentage

His lowest save percentage in a single postseason. pic.twitter.com/7lC2UonEtx

— StatMuse NHL (@statmusehockey) May 3, 2024

The Vezina Trophy finalist is now 2-3 in the series with a .879 save percentage and 2.21 goals against average. He’ll need to maintain the level he showed in Game 5 for the Predators to even the series on home ice, where they were an impressive 25-12-4 in the regular season. The penalty kill has also been a strength, operating at 84.6%.

From an injury standpoint, the Predators could be without veteran blueliner Luke Schenn, who is questionable with an illness. Depth defenseman Spencer Stastney is also out.

Betting Trends

In terms of betting trends, the road team has actually won the last four games in this series after the Canucks took Games 1 and 2 in Nashville. The under is 3-2 so far, with three of the last four games falling below the total thanks to the strong goaltending and defensive efforts on both sides.

During the regular season, the Predators were 45-37 as a moneyline favorite while the Canucks were 22-20 as an underdog.

Canucks vs Predators Game 6 Prediction

Ultimately, this game will likely be decided by the slimmest of margins. A critical power play, a fluky bounce, or a spectacular save could be the difference. The Canucks have the firepower to pull off the mild upset, but the Predators’ structure, home-ice advantage and goaltending get the slight nod.

Desperation should bring out the best in the Predators’ veteran core as they aim to force a Game 7 back in Vancouver. While the Canucks have shown tremendous resiliency, the loss of Demko looms large at this crucial juncture.

Rick Tocchet says Thatcher Demko "has improved" and has been skating. But still doesn't sound like he will be available in this series against Nashville.

— Alex Daugherty (@AlexDaugherty1) May 3, 2024

Silovs has been solid in relief but asking the rookie to outduel an elite goalie like Saros on the road is a tall order. The Predators’ commitment to protecting the middle of the ice and keeping shots to the outside should continue to frustrate the Canucks’ skilled forwards.

The pick here is the Predators moneyline at -125, as we predict they find a way to grind out another dramatic victory and send the series to a winner-take-all Game 7. Bet the under 5.5 as well, as Saros and a strong team defensive effort should keep the Canucks’ attack in check for the third straight game.

Preds vs Canucks Picks:

• Predators ML (-125)
• Under 5.5 (-115)