Predators Down Anaheim 5-4 - Match Report

Predators Down Anaheim 5-4 - Match Report

Sergei Kostitsyn scored twice to lead the Predators over Anaheim 5-4 on Thursday at Bridgestone Arena.

Bettors who backed the Predators were rewarded as -150 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 5.

Nashville got goals from Sergei Kostitsyn (2), David Legwand, Jordin Tootoo, and Nick Spaling in the victory. Kostitsyn opened the scoring at 2:04 of the first period.

Pekka Rinne turned in a 34-save effort for the Predators.

Teemu Selanne (2) and Corey Perry (2) scored for the Ducks, finding the net behind Pekka Rinne.

Anaheim got a 17-stop effort from Dan Ellis in the loss.

On the power play, Nashville went 0-for-3, while the Ducks were 2-for-6 with the man advantage.

Nashville lost the shots on goal battle to Anaheim by a margin of 38-28.

Nashville looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Stars. The Ducks will aim to get back on the winning track at Chicago.