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Penguins vs. Ducks Prediction: Pittsburgh Predicted to Win Thursday's NHL Matchup [1/23/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Thursday's Pittsburgh Penguins vs Anaheim Ducks matchup.
The Anaheim Ducks will take on the Pittsburgh Penguins in NHL action at Honda Center on Thursday, starting at 10:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Penguins as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's Pittsburgh-Anaheim game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Penguins with a win probability of 58% and the Ducks with 42%."
For further insights into Thursday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Penguins vs. Ducks predictions page.
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Penguins vs. Ducks Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Thursday's action between the Ducks and Penguins at Honda Center is scheduled to commence at 10:00PM ET.
- Who: Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Anaheim Ducks
- Date: Thursday, January 23, 2025
- Time: 10:00PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Honda Center
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Thursday's Penguins vs. Ducks matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Pittsburgh vs. Anaheim picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Penguins vs. Ducks Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NHL game between the Penguins and Ducks 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Penguins a 58% chance of defeating the Ducks.
According to our model, the Ducks (+1.5) have a 63% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.
Penguins vs. Ducks Odds
We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Penguins | Ducks |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+160) | +1.5 (-185) |
| Moneyline | -154 | +135 |
| Total | o6 (-115) | u6 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Penguins vs. Ducks Picks
Our model's strongest edge in today's Penguins vs. Ducks matchup is on the puck line.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the best odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our complete set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Penguins vs. Ducks Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Penguins vs. Ducks?
According to our model, Pittsburgh's Bryan Rust is most likely to score the first goal in Penguins vs. Ducks.
Our projections give Rust an 8.1% chance of scoring the first goal at Honda Center, while the Penguins star is a 37.9% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Pittsburgh Penguins
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Bryan Rust | 8.1% |
| Rickard Rakell | 7.8% |
| Sidney Crosby | 6.7% |
Anaheim Ducks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Troy Terry | 5.9% |
| Frank Vatrano | 5.9% |
| Mason McTavish | 4.2% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Pittsburgh Penguins
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Bryan Rust | 37.9% |
| Rickard Rakell | 36.7% |
| Sidney Crosby | 32.3% |
Anaheim Ducks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Troy Terry | 31.0% |
| Frank Vatrano | 30.0% |
| Trevor Zegras | 22.8% |
Conclusion
We predict the Penguins, with a 58% win probability, will likely beat the Ducks on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Penguins vs. Ducks insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from the latest 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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