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The Nashville Predators (2-3-2) host the Vancouver Canucks (4-3) during Thursday's NHL schedule, starting at 8 p.m. ET at Bridgestone Arena and broadcast on ESPN+. The Predators rank 13th in the Western Conference (6 points), and the Canucks are fifth in the Western Conference (8 points).
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Predators vs. Canucks: Oct. 23 Viewing Options
- Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
- How to watch on TV: ESPN+
- Location: Nashville, Tennessee
- Venue: Bridgestone Arena
- Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
- Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
Predators' 2025-26 Stats
| Stat | Per-Game Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 2.43 | 29th |
| Goals Allowed | 3.43 | 24th |
| Shots | 26.7 | 20th |
| Shots Allowed | 29.7 | 22nd |
| Power Play % | 8.33% | 32nd |
| Penalty Kill % | 86.96% | 9th |
Canucks' 2025-26 Stats
| Stat | Per-Game Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 2.86 | 20th |
| Goals Allowed | 3.14 | 18th |
| Shots | 25.1 | 28th |
| Shots Allowed | 30.1 | 23rd |
| Power Play % | 17.39% | 23rd |
| Penalty Kill % | 75% | 20th |
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Predators vs. Canucks Top Players
Predators
- With one goal and four assists this season, Roman Josi is one of Nashville's top contributors (five points).
- Jonathan Marchessault is another of Nashville's important contributors currently with four total points (two goals and two assists) to his name.
- Through seven games, Erik Haula has proven himself as an important offensive option for Nashville. He has four points (two goals and two assists).
- Juuse Saros (2-2-2) has a 2.8 goals against average and a save percentage of .906 for Nashville.
Canucks
- Conor Garland's seven points make him a vital offensive option for Vancouver. He has two goals and five assists in seven games.
- Quinn Hughes has racked up five points this season, with one goal and four assists.
- Kiefer Sherwood has scored four goals on the season, adding zero assists.
- Thatcher Demko has a 3-1-0 record this season, with a .922 save percentage (19th in the league). He has 107 saves, and has given up nine goals (2.3 goals against average).
Predators vs. Canucks Injury Report
Predators
Nicolas Hague: Out (Upper Body),
Jonathan Marchessault: Day-To-Day (Lower Body)
Canucks
Derek Forbort: Out (Undisclosed),
Guillaume Brisebois: Out (Lower Body),
Jonathan Lekkerimaki: Out (Undisclosed),
Filip Chytil: Out (Upper Body),
Teddy Blueger: Day-To-Day (Undisclosed),
Nils Hoglander: Out (Ankle)
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Predators' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2025 | Canadiens | L 3-2 | Away |
| 10/18/2025 | Jets | L 4-1 | Away |
| 10/21/2025 | Ducks | L 5-2 | Home |
| 10/23/2025 | Canucks | - | Home |
| 10/25/2025 | Kings | - | Home |
| 10/26/2025 | Stars | - | Home |
| 10/28/2025 | Lightning | - | Home |
Canucks' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/17/2025 | Blackhawks | W 3-2 | Away |
| 10/19/2025 | Capitals | W 4-3 | Away |
| 10/21/2025 | Penguins | L 5-1 | Away |
| 10/23/2025 | Predators | - | Away |
| 10/25/2025 | Canadiens | - | Home |
| 10/26/2025 | Oilers | - | Home |
| 10/28/2025 | Rangers | - | Home |