Pittsburgh Penguins vs Nashville Predators: Head-to-Head Record, Results & Betting Analysis
Updated October 29, 2026
Updated October 29, 2026
The Pittsburgh Penguins and Nashville Predators have developed an interesting rivalry over the years, highlighted by their meeting in the 2017 Stanley Cup Final. Pittsburgh won that series in six games, capturing its second consecutive championship.
Since then, the teams have continued to produce competitive regular-season matchups, including several decided in overtime.
Their most recent meeting, on October 24, 2026, followed that pattern. Pittsburgh came from behind to defeat Nashville 3-2 in overtime, extending its strong recent record against the Predators.
Here, we examine the Penguins vs Predators head-to-head history, recent results, key players and betting trends to consider when these teams meet.
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Pittsburgh has enjoyed the stronger recent record in this matchup, particularly on home ice.
The Penguins won both meetings during the 2024-25 season, while the teams split their two games in 2025-26.
Their first meeting of the 2026-27 season also went Pittsburgh's way.
Date | Home team | Away team | Final score |
|---|---|---|---|
Oct. 24, 2026 | Pittsburgh | Nashville | PIT 3-2 (OT) |
Nov. 16, 2025 | Pittsburgh | Nashville | PIT 4-0 |
Nov. 14, 2025 | Nashville | Pittsburgh | NSH 2-1 (OT) |
Feb. 1, 2025 | Pittsburgh | Nashville | PIT 3-0 |
Dec. 19, 2024 | Nashville | Pittsburgh | PIT 5-4 (OT) |
Apr. 15, 2024 | Pittsburgh | Nashville | PIT 4-2 |
Nov. 28, 2023 | Nashville | Pittsburgh | NSH 3-2 (OT) |
Mar. 30, 2023 | Pittsburgh | Nashville | PIT 2-0 |
Feb. 28, 2023 | Nashville | Pittsburgh | PIT 3-1 |
Apr. 10, 2022 | Pittsburgh | Nashville | PIT 3-2 (OT) |
Pittsburgh has won eight of these 10 meetings, including five consecutive home games against Nashville.
Another notable trend is the number of close finishes.
Four of these 10 games required overtime, reinforcing the importance of considering the possibility of a one-goal result.
However, Pittsburgh's overall advantage shouldn't automatically translate into a betting selection. Current team form, injuries, goaltending and available odds remain essential.
October 24, 2026 | PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh earned a dramatic 3-2 overtime victory in the latest meeting between the teams.
Nashville held a 2-1 lead entering the closing stages of regulation, but Rickard Rakell scored with 1:06 remaining to force overtime.
Ville Koivunen then scored the winning goal at 3:44 of the extra period.
Statistic | Nashville | Pittsburgh |
|---|---|---|
First-period goals | 1 | 0 |
Second-period goals | 1 | 1 |
Third-period goals | 0 | 1 |
Overtime goals | 0 | 1 |
Final score | 2 | 3 |
Goaltender saves | 34 | 24 |
Steven Stamkos and Jayden Struble scored for Nashville.
Connor Dewar and Rickard Rakell scored Pittsburgh's regulation goals, with Koivunen delivering the overtime winner.
Juuse Saros made 34 saves for the Predators, while Arturs Silovs stopped 24 shots for the Penguins.
Nashville was close to securing the victory, but Pittsburgh's late comeback ultimately decided the game.
The result also highlighted an important consideration for future matchups: Pittsburgh has repeatedly found ways to win close games against Nashville.
Pittsburgh's offensive identity has long been associated with Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin.
Crosby remains central to the Penguins' attacking structure, contributing through playmaking, puck possession and special teams.
His ability to create opportunities in high-pressure situations continues to make him an important player to monitor.
Against Nashville on October 24, Crosby assisted on Rakell's late tying goal.
That assist was the 1,111th of his career, moving him level with Ray Bourque for the most assists by a player with a single franchise.
The Penguins can be dangerous when their experienced forwards establish possession and generate sustained offensive pressure.
Crosby's playmaking is particularly important, while secondary scoring can determine the outcome of tighter games.
Pittsburgh's overtime victory against Nashville demonstrated the value of contributions beyond its established stars.
Koivunen's winning goal was an example of how additional offensive depth can influence results.
The Penguins' defensive performance and goaltending remain important factors when assessing their betting value.
Even a productive offense can struggle to cover a puck-line spread if it regularly concedes quality scoring chances.
Goaltender selection should therefore be confirmed before placing a wager.
A strong performance in net can also make Pittsburgh more attractive in lower-scoring matchups.
Nashville has several experienced offensive players capable of influencing games.
Filip Forsberg provides creativity and scoring ability, while Steven Stamkos brings an established goal-scoring record and power-play threat.
The Predators' success often depends on generating enough offensive pressure to support their goaltending.
Forsberg is one of Nashville's most important attacking players.
His ability to create scoring opportunities makes him relevant in both team betting markets and individual player props.
Stamkos provides another major threat, particularly when Nashville has opportunities on the power play.
Both players can change a game with limited scoring chances.
However, the Predators need contributions throughout their lineup to maintain consistent offensive production.
Juuse Saros remains a key consideration when evaluating Nashville.
His 34-save performance against Pittsburgh on October 24 kept the Predators in position to win despite facing sustained pressure.
Strong goaltending can make Nashville competitive even when the Penguins generate more scoring opportunities.
That matters when assessing the moneyline, puck line and game total.
However, bettors should consider the confirmed starter and recent workload rather than relying entirely on historical performance.
Historical results can provide useful context, although they should be considered alongside current odds and team conditions.
The Penguins have won eight of the last 10 games against Nashville.
That includes victories in both meetings during the 2024-25 season and the latest matchup in October 2026.
The trend favors Pittsburgh historically, but the price attached to the Penguins is just as important as their head-to-head record.
Four of the last 10 meetings required overtime.
That suggests these teams have frequently played competitive games, even when Pittsburgh has emerged as the winner.
For bettors, it reinforces the distinction between backing a team to win and backing that team to cover a 1.5-goal puck line.
Seven of the last 10 games finished with five combined goals or fewer.
That includes Pittsburgh's 3-2 overtime win in October 2026, its 4-0 victory in November 2025 and Nashville's 2-1 overtime win earlier that same month.
However, the December 2024 meeting produced nine goals.
These results provide historical context, rather than a guarantee of another low-scoring game.
Pittsburgh has won the last five meetings against Nashville at PPG Paints Arena.
Home-ice advantage, last change and familiarity with the venue can all influence individual matchups.
Still, current line combinations and goaltending should carry more weight than results involving significantly different rosters.
Several NHL betting markets are worth examining when these teams meet.
The moneyline is the most straightforward way to back either team to win, including overtime or a shootout.
Pittsburgh's recent head-to-head record provides a historical argument in its favor.
However, the odds determine whether that advantage represents value.
A heavily favored Penguins team may offer less attractive betting value than the matchup history initially suggests.
The standard NHL puck line is 1.5 goals.
Backing Pittsburgh -1.5 requires the Penguins to win by at least two goals.
Backing Nashville +1.5 generally wins if the Predators win outright or lose by exactly one goal.
The frequency of close games in this matchup makes the puck line especially relevant.
Four of the last 10 meetings went to overtime, where the winning margin is one goal.
Totals betting requires evaluating both teams' offensive production, defensive performance and expected goaltenders.
Recent Penguins-Predators meetings have often produced relatively few goals.
However, betting totals should be assessed against the actual market line.
A game projected for five goals can offer very different value at totals of 5.5 and 6.5.
Individual player markets can include goals, assists, points and shots on goal.
Players worth monitoring include Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Filip Forsberg and Steven Stamkos.
Their involvement in offensive play makes them relevant candidates for further analysis.
However, player props should be evaluated using current ice time, recent shot volume, power-play assignments and the opposing goaltender.
Goaltending can have a major influence on the outcome of an NHL game.
Confirming the starting goaltenders is one of the most important steps before evaluating the moneyline or total.
Missing forwards or defensemen can significantly change a team's scoring potential and defensive reliability.
Special attention should be paid to first-line forwards, top-pair defensemen and power-play contributors.
Historical head-to-head results are useful, but recent performances often provide a more relevant indication of a team's current level.
Shot quality, defensive structure and special-teams efficiency can reveal more than wins and losses alone.
The NHL schedule frequently requires teams to play on consecutive nights or travel between games.
Rest advantages can influence skating intensity, defensive execution and goaltender availability.
A team can be more likely to win without necessarily offering the best betting value.
Comparing the implied probability of the available odds with a realistic assessment of each team's chances is essential.
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The most significant chapter in this matchup's history came during the 2017 Stanley Cup Final.
Pittsburgh defeated Nashville four games to two, securing its fifth Stanley Cup championship.
The series featured several memorable games, including a dramatic sixth contest in Nashville.
Patric Hornqvist scored the winning goal late in the third period, helping Pittsburgh secure a 2-0 victory and the championship.
Sidney Crosby was awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP.
The result gave Pittsburgh consecutive Stanley Cup titles in 2016 and 2017.
For Nashville, the series represented the franchise's first appearance in the Stanley Cup Final.
Although both teams have changed considerably since then, the championship meeting remains an important part of their shared history.
Pittsburgh defeated Nashville 3-2 in overtime on October 24, 2026.
Ville Koivunen scored the overtime winner for Pittsburgh at 3:44 of the extra period.
Pittsburgh has won eight of the last 10 meetings through October 24, 2026.
The teams met in the 2017 Stanley Cup Final.
Pittsburgh won the series 4-2, securing its second consecutive championship.
Yes. Four of their last 10 meetings through October 24, 2026, required overtime.
Recent meetings have often been relatively low scoring, with seven of the last 10 producing five combined goals or fewer. However, scoring patterns can change with team personnel and form.
The Penguins play at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
The Predators play at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.
The best selection depends on the specific game, available odds, confirmed goaltenders and current team form. Historical results alone are insufficient to justify a wager.
Pittsburgh has enjoyed considerable success against Nashville in recent seasons.
The Penguins have won eight of the last 10 meetings, including the latest 3-2 overtime victory in October 2026.
Their record at home has been particularly strong.
However, Nashville has repeatedly made this matchup competitive, with several recent games decided in overtime.
That creates an important distinction between picking a winner and identifying betting value.
→ Our Take: Pittsburgh's recent head-to-head record makes the Penguins the stronger historical side, but Nashville's ability to keep games close deserves attention. The most useful betting approach is to compare current form, starting goaltenders and available prices before choosing between the moneyline, puck line or total.
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