Predators lead 4-2 over Canucks, Steven Stamkos scores twice: Live updates, how to watch

Nashville Predators at Vancouver Canucks

Live updates

The Nashville Predators have taken a 4-2 lead over the Vancouver Canucks in the first period of their game on Thursday night. Steven Stamkos has scored twice for the Predators, while Filip Forsberg and Mikael Granlund have each added a goal. Elias Pettersson and Brock Boeser have scored for the Canucks. The Predators are now 2-0-0 on the season, while the Canucks are 0-2-0.

How to watch

The game is being televised on ESPN+ and NHL Network. You can also listen to the game on ESPN 102.5 The Game.

Pregame

The Predators are coming off a 5-2 win over the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday night. Stamkos had a goal and two assists in that game. The Canucks are coming off a 4-1 loss to the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday night. Boeser scored the lone goal for the Canucks in that game. The Predators are favored to win the game tonight. They are ranked No. 6 in the NHL power rankings, while the Canucks are ranked No. 25. Puck drop is at 9 p.m. ET.