Nashville Predators Playoff Odds 2026–27

The Nashville Predators have a 73% chance to make the 2026–27 NHL playoffs with a 10-4-5 record. Win Division: 6% · Wild Card: 34% · Presidents' Trophy: 1%. Updated daily via 100,000 Monte Carlo simulations of the remaining schedule.

Current Playoff Probabilities

Nashville Predators playoff odds as of Nov 12, 2026
OutcomeProbability
Make Playoffs73%
Win Division6%
Wild Card34%
Presidents' Trophy1%
Win Stanley Cup2%

Nashville Predators Playoff Position

The Nashville Predators are 2nd in the Central Division at 10-4-5 (25 points) after 19 games, 7 points behind the Minnesota Wild.

Nashville Predators standings position as of Nov 12, 2026
MeasureValue
Record (W-L-OTL)10-4-5
Points25
Games played19
Place in the Central Division2nd
Place in the Western Conference4th
Goals for / against59 / 53 (+6)
Next game2026-11-13 at Vegas Golden Knights

Central Division Standings

Central Division Standings as of Nov 12, 2026
RankTeamRecordPTSGPGFGADIFF
1Minnesota Wild14-3-432217046+24
2Nashville Predators10-4-525195953+6
3Colorado Avalanche11-6-325208163+18
4Dallas Stars10-6-222185249+3
5Utah Mammoth10-8-222206669-3
6Winnipeg Jets9-8-321206168-7
7St. Louis Blues9-8-220195455-1
8Chicago Blackhawks5-13-111194278-36

Nashville Predators 2026–27 Playoff Outlook

The Nashville Predators currently hold a solid 10-4-5 record through 19 games, accumulating 25 points. This places them 3rd in the Central Division and 5th in the Western Conference, positioning them favorably within the playoff picture with 65 games remaining in the 2026–27 season.

Fans have strong reason for optimism regarding the team's postseason prospects, as the Predators boast a 73% probability of making the playoffs. While winning the Central Division presents a more challenging 6% probability, the team also holds a significant 34% chance of securing a Wild Card spot. A Presidents' Trophy run, though exciting, remains a long shot at 1%.

Season Narrative

Through the first 19 games of the 2026–27 season, the Nashville Predators have compiled a competitive 10-4-5 record. This performance has seen the team score 59 goals while conceding 53, resulting in a positive goal differential of +6, which translates to 0.32 goals per game. This balanced start has positioned them well in the standings, with the majority of the 82-game schedule still to be played.

What Needs to Happen

To maintain or improve their current standing, the Predators must continue their consistent play over the remaining 65 games. Their projected final points total of 101 suggests they are on pace for a strong finish, indicating a clear path to the postseason. Sustaining their positive goal differential and capitalizing on opportunities will be crucial for securing either a top-three divisional spot or a Western Conference Wild Card berth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the Nashville Predators make the playoffs in 2026–27?

Yes, the Nashville Predators have a strong 73% probability of making the playoffs in the 2026–27 season. Their current record of 10-4-5 and their standing as 5th in the Western Conference place them in a favorable position to qualify for the postseason.

What are the Predators playoff odds?

The Nashville Predators have a 73% probability of making the playoffs. Specifically, their odds include a 6% chance to win their division and a 34% chance to secure a Wild Card spot. Their probability of winning the Presidents' Trophy is 1%.

How do the Predators stand in the Central Division race for 2026–27?

The Predators are currently ranked 3rd in the Central Division with 25 points through 19 games. While they are in a strong position for a top-three divisional finish, their probability of winning the division outright is 6%.

What is the Predators' likelihood of securing a Wild Card spot?

The Nashville Predators have a 34% probability of securing a Wild Card spot in the Western Conference. This pathway to the playoffs would see them qualify as one of the two teams with the best records outside of the top three in each division.

Probabilities generated via 100,000 Monte Carlo simulations of the remaining schedule · updated daily at 9 AM ET · data through 2026-11-12. How it works.