Chicago Blackhawks vs Nashville Predators Head-to-Head

Predators built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 13 of 29 decided meetings (45%) (plus 4 ties). In the shootout era they are 70-56 against each other (56% Predators). Postseason history is deep: 16 playoff games between the two franchises. Games average a 2.1-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Predators' 6-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Predators hold a 16-4 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 2010s produced the deepest sample with 62 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1998, so the rivalry has spanned 28 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Predators won 3-2 on Mar 22, 2026. Through the 2020s Predators have led 23-5 between the teams.