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Predators vs. Panthers prediction: Florida favored to win Thursday's NHL matchup [12/4/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Nashville Predators vs Florida Panthers predictions for NHL Thursday.
The Florida Panthers and Nashville Predators are scheduled to meet in the NHL at Amerant Bank Arena on Thursday, starting at 7:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Panthers as the most likely winner of the Predators vs. Panthers game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Thursday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Predators vs. Panthers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NHL game between the Predators and Panthers 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Panthers a 63% chance of beating the Predators.
According to our model, the Predators (+1.5) have a 59% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Predators vs. Panthers odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Predators | Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-155) | -1.5 (+136) |
| Moneyline | +154 | -184 |
| Total | o6 (-115) | u6 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Predators vs. Panthers picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Predators +1.5 | -155 |
| Moneyline | Panthers | -184 |
| Total | Under 6 | -105 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6 total goals.
Predators vs. Panthers player props
Who will score a goal in Predators vs. Panthers?
According to our model, Sam Reinhart is most likely to score an anytime goal in Predators vs. Panthers.
Our projections give Reinhart a 42.3% chance of scoring a goal at Amerant Bank Arena, while the star is a 9.2% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Nashville Predators
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Filip Forsberg | 31.2% |
| Steven Stamkos | 24.3% |
| Jonathan Marchessault | 23.0% |
| Ryan O'Reilly | 22.0% |
| Michael Bunting | 18.0% |
Florida Panthers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 42.3% |
| Brad Marchand | 36.7% |
| Sam Bennett | 31.3% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 28.6% |
| Evan Rodrigues | 23.6% |
First goal scorer predictions
Nashville Predators
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Filip Forsberg | 6.0% |
| Ryan O'Reilly | 4.0% |
| Steven Stamkos | 4.0% |
| Jonathan Marchessault | 3.9% |
| Michael Bunting | 3.7% |
Florida Panthers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 9.2% |
| Brad Marchand | 7.6% |
| Sam Bennett | 6.1% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 4.9% |
| Evan Rodrigues | 4.9% |
Predators vs. Panthers game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's action between the Panthers and Predators at Amerant Bank Arena is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Nashville Predators vs. Florida Panthers
- Date: Thursday, December 4, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Amerant Bank Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Panthers, with a 63% win probability, will likely beat the Predators on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Predators vs. Panthers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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