Nashville Predators Host Dallas Stars in Key NHL Matchup Today

NASHVILLE, TN — The Nashville Predators are set to host the Dallas Stars today at Bridgestone Arena in their final home game before the 2025 NHL Global Series in Stockholm. The puck will drop at 2:30 p.m. CT. This match marks the second of three encounters between the division rivals this season, with the Predators looking to avenge a 3-2 loss to the Stars last month.

Today’s game serves as a special sendoff for Filip Forsberg bobblehead day, with the first 10,000 fans receiving a collectible. Despite their recent 3-1 loss to Philadelphia, Coach Andrew Brunette expressed optimism about his team’s potential to bounce back. “I think it’s all about a mindset,” he said. “We’ve channeled frustration into positive energy this season, and that’s something we need to continue.”

The Predators will be without forward Cole Smith, who has been placed on Injured Reserve, while defenseman Adam Wilsby is day-to-day with a lower-body injury. Nashville’s recent offensive struggles have seen only one goal scored in their last game, with Ryan O’Reilly netting that goal. Forsberg leads the team with six goals and 12 points this season.

On the opposing side, the Dallas Stars, coming off a 7-5 defeat to Anaheim, also seek to improve their recent performance. They currently rank sixth in the Western Conference and have lost three out of their last four games. Mikko Rantanen leads the Stars with 20 points this season, followed closely by Wyatt Johnston and Jason Robertson.

Nashville’s record against Dallas is 52-55-5 overall, though they have struggled lately, winning only once in their last five encounters at home. As the two teams prepare to face off, the Predators aim to find their scoring touch before heading overseas.