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The Edmonton Oilers face the Nashville Predators at the Bridgestone Arena, Nashville this Thursday. The puck will drop at 08:00 p.m. EDT.
The Oilers bounced back after three defeats at the start of the season by winning their fourth game. Meanwhile, the Predators need their first win given their disappointing start to the season.
Edmonton Oilers vs Nashville Predators game info
- Date: Thursday, October 17
- Time: 08:00 pm EDT
- Venue: Bridgestone Arena, Nashville
- TV Broadcast: ESPN+, BSSW, and BSSO
- Live Streaming US: ESPN+, Hulu
- Live Streaming Canada: Sportsnet App, TVA App
- Live Streaming RoW: NHL.tv
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Edmonton Oilers game preview
The Oilers (1-3-0) started their campaign with defeats in the first three games. They bounced back on Tuesday in the fourth game against the Philadelphia Flyers in a hard-fought 4-3 win to extend their winning streak.
Edmonton Oilers injuries
Left-wingers Evander Kane and Roby Jarventie are sidelined for the Oilers due to their ongoing long-term injuries. The pair could return to the ice in the first quarter of 2025.
Nashville Predators game preview
The Predators (0-3-0) have started their campaign with three tough losses, conceding 14 goals. Despite scoring three goals in their last outing against the Seattle Kraken, they conceded seven. It was their heaviest defeat so far this season.
Nashville Predators injuries
Winger Austin Roest is sidelined for the Predators. With no return date set for the winger, it is unlikely Roest will return anytime soon.
Oilers and Predators key players
Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl have contributed four and three points, respectively, this season. McDavid has provided four assists this season but will be aiming to get his goals up and running for the season against the Predators.
Filip Forsberg has scored one goal and provided two assists for the Predators in their first three games. He will hope for more defensive support to ensure his attacking output results in more points for the Predators.
