The Stars are off a win but are playing on the road and in back to back games. Dallas is much less of a threat on the road. Holtby will likely play in goal on Thursday. He has not played much or well lately, and will have a tired 16th rated defense in front of him.

Nashville is off a big win, at home, and has had an extra day’s rest. They lost to the Stars in Dallas a week ago, so a little pay back is in order. Preds’ goalie Saros has had a terrific year, but stumbled for four games, allowing an uncharacteristic 15 goals. After a few days of rest, it is likely that we will see a return to form. The Predators have owned the Stars in recent meetings in Nashville. I am banking on a similar outcome. Take the Preds to win against a weary Stars team.