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Nashville Predators Look to Continue Winning Streak Against Washington Capitals, Gustav Nyquist Emerges as Top Performer

The Nashville Predators are gearing up for an exciting matchup against the Washington Capitals on December 31st at the Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. The game will be broadcasted on ESPN+ and BSSO (channel 646-1 for away fans and channel 642 for home fans). Both teams have been performing well in recent games, but the Predators are coming off a three-game winning streak and hope to continue their success.


Oct 13, 2022; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Nashville Predators defenseman Ryan McDonagh (27) skates during warmups before the game against the Dallas Stars at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports

In their previous three games, the Predators have seen standout performances from several players. Defenseman Jeremy Lauzon has been a force on the ice, recording 6 hits and playing an average of 20 minutes and 54 seconds per game. Forward Juuso Parssinen has also made an impact with his strong defensive play, tallying 2 hits and a plus-minus rating of -1. Luke Evangelista has shown his offensive prowess with 4 shots on goal and a plus-minus rating of -1.


However, it is Gustav Nyquist who has emerged as the top performer for the Predators. In the past three games, Nyquist has scored 2 goals and provided an assist, totaling 3 points. He has displayed incredible accuracy with a shooting percentage of 100 percent. Nyquist's contributions have not gone unnoticed, as he boasts a plus-minus rating of +2 and has played an average of 17 minutes and 43 seconds per game.


Looking at the overall performance of the team over the past three games, the Predators have shown great resilience. They have averaged 27 shots on goal per game, demonstrating their offensive capabilities. Defensively, they have recorded an average of 26 hits per game, showcasing their physicality on the ice.


While the Predators have been performing exceptionally well, they cannot underestimate the Washington Capitals. The Capitals have their own standout players, including forward Evgeny Kuznetsov and defenseman John Carlson. Kuznetsov has been a playmaker for the Capitals, tallying an assist and playing an average of 16 minutes and 20 seconds per game. Carlson has been a force on defense, recording 2 shots on goal and playing an average of 28 minutes and 6 seconds per game.


With both teams boasting talented players, this upcoming game is sure to be an intense battle. The Predators will need to rely on their offensive firepower, led by Gustav Nyquist, to secure another victory. However, they must also remain vigilant on defense to contain the Capitals' potent offense.


Fans can catch all the action of this highly anticipated game on December 31st at the Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. Whether you're cheering for the Predators or the Capitals, this matchup promises to be a thrilling display of skill and determination from both teams.

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