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The Nashville Predators (7-13-6) visit the Montreal Canadiens (9-13-3) as a part of Thursday's NHL action, starting at 7:00 PM ET at Bell Centre and broadcast on ESPN+. The Predators are 15th in the Western Conference (20 points), and the Canadiens are 16th in the Eastern Conference (21 points).
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Predators vs. Canadiens: Dec. 5 Viewing Options
- Date: Thursday, December 5, 2024
- Time: 7:00 PM ET
- How to watch on TV: ESPN+
- Location: Montréal, Quebec
- Venue: Bell Centre
- Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
- Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
Predators' 2024-25 Stats
| Stat | Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 2.31 | 32nd |
| Goals Allowed | 3.15 | 21st |
| Shots | 29.1 | 14th |
| Shots Allowed | 29.8 | 23rd |
| Power Play % | 20.25% | 17th |
| Penalty Kill % | 88.24% | 1st |
Canadiens' 2024-25 Stats
| Stat | Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 2.8 | 22nd |
| Goals Allowed | 3.72 | 30th |
| Shots | 24.1 | 32nd |
| Shots Allowed | 29.8 | 23rd |
| Power Play % | 21.52% | 15th |
| Penalty Kill % | 82.56% | 7th |
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Predators vs. Canadiens Top Players
Predators
- One of Nashville's top offensive options this season is Roman Josi, who has recorded 23 points in 26 games.
- Filip Forsberg is another of Nashville's major contributors currently with 17 total points (nine goals and eight assists) to his name.
- With 14 points through 26 games (five goals and nine assists), Ryan O'Reilly has been an important part of Nashville's offensive efforts this season.
- In 22 games played this season, Juuse Saros (6-11-5) has allowed 57 goals.
Canadiens
- Nicholas Suzuki's 10 goals and 16 assists in 25 games for Montreal add up to 26 total points on the season.
- Cole Caufield is a top offensive contributor for Montreal with 23 total points this season. He has scored 16 goals and added seven assists in 25 games.
- Michael Matheson has 15 points so far, including two goals and 13 assists.
- Samuel Montembeault is 7-10-2 on the season, allowing 49 goals (3.0 goals against average) and amassing 448 saves with a .901 save percentage (35th in the league).
Predators vs. Canadiens Injury Report
Predators
Jeremy Lauzon: Out (Lower Body),
Austin Roest: Out (Undisclosed),
Michael McCarron: Questionable (Upper Body)
Canadiens
David Reinbacher: Out (Knee)
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Predators' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29/2024 | Lightning | L 3-2 | Home |
| 11/30/2024 | Wild | L 3-2 | Away |
| 12/4/2024 | Maple Leafs | L 3-2 | Away |
| 12/5/2024 | Canadiens | - | Away |
| 12/7/2024 | Senators | - | Away |
| 12/10/2024 | Flames | - | Home |
| 12/12/2024 | Stars | - | Away |
Canadiens' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/30/2024 | Rangers | L 4-3 | Away |
| 12/1/2024 | Bruins | L 6-3 | Away |
| 12/3/2024 | Islanders | W 2-1 | Home |
| 12/5/2024 | Predators | - | Home |
| 12/7/2024 | Capitals | - | Home |
| 12/9/2024 | Ducks | - | Home |
| 12/12/2024 | Penguins | - | Home |