The set-up: I think the overall situation that each team finds itself in coming into this one will ultimately push this total over the posted number once it's all said and done. The Predators are desperate after losing eight of their last nine games. Unfortunately though they've allowed at least five goals in three of their last four games. Now they face the defending champs, who after a three-game losing streak, have turned things around with two straight victories (most recently beating Calgary 5-0.)

The pick: The Blues have only given up one goal over their last two home games, but I think St. Louis will have its hands full here from what I expect to be an extremely attacking Nashville side. Clearly the Predators will be out to dictate the pace. Note as well that Nashville has seen the total eclipse the posted number in three of four already this season after three straight games at home, while St. Louis has seen the total fly over in seven of its last ten vs. teams with losing records. This number is a tad low.

10* TOTAL NET PROFITS on the OVER Preds/Blues.