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Panthers vs. Utah Prediction: Florida Predicted to Win Wednesday's NHL Matchup [1/8/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Wednesday's Florida Panthers vs Utah Hockey Club matchup.
The Utah Hockey Club and Florida Panthers will meet in the NHL at Delta Center on Wednesday, with puck drop at 10:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts Panthers as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's Florida-Utah game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"With the latest updates and numerous other variables, we estimate Panthers' chance of winning at 56%, with Utah at 44%."
For further insights into Wednesday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Panthers vs. Utah predictions page.
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Panthers vs. Utah Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Wednesday's action between Utah and Panthers at Delta Center is scheduled to commence at 10:00PM ET.
- Who: Florida Panthers vs. Utah Hockey Club
- Date: Wednesday, January 8, 2025
- Time: 10:00PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Delta Center
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Wednesday's Panthers vs. Utah matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Florida vs. Utah picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Panthers vs. Utah Hockey Club Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Wednesday's NHL matchup between the Panthers and Utah 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives Florida a 56% chance of defeating the Utah.
According to our model, Utah (+1.5) has a 67% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 53% chance of going over.
Panthers vs. Utah Odds
We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Panthers | Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+172) | +1.5 (-198) |
| Moneyline | -145 | +130 |
| Total | o5.5 (-122) | u5.5 (+102) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Panthers vs. Utah Picks
Our model's strongest edge in today's Panthers vs. Utah matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, matched against the latest odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our full suite of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Panthers vs. Utah Player Props
Who will score the first goal in Panthers vs. Utah?
According to our model, Florida's Sam Reinhart is most likely to score the first goal in Panthers vs. Utah.
Our projections give Reinhart a 7.7% chance of scoring the first goal at Delta Center, while the Panthers star is a 36.2% chance of registering an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Florida Panthers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 7.7% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 5.8% |
| Aleksander Barkov | 5.4% |
Utah Hockey Club
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Guenther | 5.6% |
| Clayton Keller | 5.5% |
| Logan Cooley | 5.1% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Florida Panthers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 36.2% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 30.8% |
| Aleksander Barkov | 28.2% |
Utah Hockey Club
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Guenther | 29.9% |
| Clayton Keller | 29.7% |
| Logan Cooley | 27.6% |
Conclusion
We predict Florida, with a 56% win probability, will likely beat Utah on Wednesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Panthers vs. Utah insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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