For those wanting to wager on the upcoming game between the Nashville Predators and the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday at 8:00 PM ET, is Gustav Nyquist a player who is a good bet to find the back of the net? We analyze all the numbers in the piece below.

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Will Gustav Nyquist score a goal against the Oilers?

Odds to score a goal this game: +320 (Bet $10 to win $32.00 if he scores a goal)

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Nyquist 2023-24 stats and insights

• In 22 of 81 games last season, Nyquist scored — and in one of those games he had multiple goals.
• He attempted nine shots in three games versus the Oilers last season, but did not score.
• He posted five goals (plus 19 assists) on the power play.
• Nyquist’s shooting percentage last season was 15%. He averaged 1.9 shots per game.

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Oilers 2023-24 defensive stats

• The Oilers conceded 236 total goals (2.9 per game), the 10th-fewest in NHL action.
• The Oilers did not earn a shutout last season. Their skaters averaged 22.9 hits and 13.5 blocked shots per game.

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Predators vs. Oilers game info

• Game Day: Thursday, October 17, 2024
• Game Time: 8:00 PM ET
• TV Channel: ESPN+
• Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+

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