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Kraken vs. Penguins Prediction: Pittsburgh Predicted to Win Tuesday's NHL Matchup [1/14/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Tuesday's Seattle Kraken vs Pittsburgh Penguins matchup.
The Pittsburgh Penguins and Seattle Kraken will meet in the NHL at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, with puck drop at 7:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Penguins as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has analyzed the latest data and conducted 10,000 simulations for Tuesday's Seattle-Pittsburgh game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various factors, our prediction shows the Penguins with a win probability of 54%, compared to 46% for the Kraken."
For a closer look at Tuesday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Kraken vs. Penguins predictions page.
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Kraken vs. Penguins Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Tuesday's action between the Penguins and Kraken at PPG Paints Arena is scheduled to start at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Seattle Kraken vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
- Date: Tuesday, January 14, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: PPG Paints Arena
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Tuesday's Kraken vs. Penguins matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Seattle vs. Pittsburgh picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Kraken vs. Penguins Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's NHL game between the Kraken and Penguins 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Penguins a 54% chance of beating the Kraken.
According to our model, the Kraken (+1.5) have a 68% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6.5 goals has a 56% chance of staying under.
Kraken vs. Penguins Odds
We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Kraken | Penguins |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-218) | -1.5 (+180) |
| Moneyline | +114 | -130 |
| Total | o6.5 (+110) | u6.5 (-125) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Kraken vs. Penguins Picks
Our model's biggest edge in today's Kraken vs. Penguins matchup is on the puck line.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the current 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.
Kraken vs. Penguins Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Kraken vs. Penguins?
According to our model, Pittsburgh's Bryan Rust is most likely to score the first goal in Kraken vs. Penguins.
Our projections give Rust an 8.2% chance of scoring the first goal at PPG Paints Arena, while the Penguins star is a 39.0% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Seattle Kraken
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jared McCann | 5.9% |
| Shane Wright | 4.8% |
| Kaapo Kakko | 4.2% |
Pittsburgh Penguins
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Bryan Rust | 8.2% |
| Rickard Rakell | 8.0% |
| Sidney Crosby | 7.7% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Seattle Kraken
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jared McCann | 29.7% |
| Shane Wright | 25.3% |
| Matty Beniers | 24.5% |
Pittsburgh Penguins
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Bryan Rust | 39.0% |
| Sidney Crosby | 37.9% |
| Rickard Rakell | 36.7% |
Conclusion
We predict the Penguins, with a 54% win probability, will likely beat the Kraken on Tuesday.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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