The Nashville Predators visit the Edmonton Oilers for a Western Conference matchup on Sunday night. Both teams remain in the playoff race as the regular season moves into its final stretch. Edmonton holds a slight edge in the standings, while Nashville continues to search for consistency.
The teams have split the season series so far. Edmonton won the first meeting, 6-2, in January, while Nashville responded with a 4-3 overtime victory a week later. Sunday’s contest will decide the season series winner between them.
Nashville Predators vs. Edmonton Oilers Game Time and Location
The Western Conference clash takes place on Sunday, March 15. Puck drop is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ET at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta.
Edmonton enters the matchup with a 32-26-9 record and sits third in the Pacific Division. Nashville arrives with a 29-27-9 record and occupies fifth place in the Central Division. Both teams have struggled in recent games, with the Oilers posting a 4-5-1 record in their last 10 and the Predators going 3-4-3.
How to Watch Predators vs. Oilers
Fans in the United States can watch the game on FDSNSO if they are in the Predators’ local market. Fans outside the local broadcast area can stream the game on ESPN+ or watch through NHL Center Ice.
Canadian viewers also have multiple viewing options. The matchup will air on Sportsnet West for fans in the Oilers broadcast area. Streaming is available through Sportsnet+, while NHL Centre Ice carries the game for out-of-market audiences.
Projected Lineups for Predators vs. Oilers
Nashville Predators Lineup
Forwards
Filip Forsberg – Ryan O’Reilly – Jonathan Marchessault
Steven Stamkos – Erik Haula – Luke Evangelista
Reid Schaefer – Matthew Wood – Zachary L’Heureux
Tyson Jost – Fedor Svechkov – Ozzy Wiesblatt
Defense
Brady Skjei – Roman Josi
Nicolas Hague – Justin Barron
Nick Perbix – Ryan Ufko
Goalies
Juuse Saros
Justus Annunen
Edmonton Oilers Lineup
Forwards
Matthew Savoie – Connor McDavid – Zach Hyman
Vasily Podkolzin – Leon Draisaitl – Kasperi Kapanen
Josh Samanski – Jason Dickinson – Jack Roslovic
Max Jones (questionable) – Trent Frederic – Adam Henrique
Defense
Mattias Ekholm – Evan Bouchard
Darnell Nurse – Connor Murphy
Jake Walman – Spencer Stastney
Goalies
Tristan Jarry
Connor Ingram
What to Expect from the Predators vs. Oilers Matchup
Edmonton continues to rely on its high-powered offense. The Oilers average 3.51 goals per game, the fourth-best mark in the league. Connor McDavid leads the attack with 111 points and enters the matchup after recording six points in his last five games.
Nashville has leaned on veteran scoring this season. Steven Stamkos has recorded five points over the last five games, while youngster Matthew Wood leads the team in goals during that stretch. The Predators average 2.94 goals per game and often rely on strong goaltending to control the game.
Special teams could play a major role in the game. Edmonton owns the league’s top power play at 32.1%, while Nashville ranks 10th at 22.6%. If the Oilers generate chances with the man advantage, they could tilt the game in their favor at Rogers Place.
