Edmonton Oilers vs Nashville Predators Head-to-Head

Predators built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 10 of 22 decided meetings (45%) (plus 3 ties). In the shootout era they are 37-30 against each other (55% Predators). Games average a 2.2-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Predators' 6-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Oilers hold a 16-4 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 2000s produced the deepest sample with 37 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: Oilers won 3-1 on Mar 15, 2026. Through the 2020s Oilers have led 15-3 between the teams.