How to Pick the Predators vs. Penguins Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – February 1

Published 11:36 pm Friday, January 31, 2025

Whether you’re looking to place a single bet or have your eyes set on building a parlay, Saturday’s game at 7:00 PM ET between the Nashville Predators and the Pittsburgh Penguins features a slew of betting options. Before the puck drops, check out our best bets for this matchup.

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Predators vs. Penguins Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Under 6.5 (model projecting 6.2 goals)

  • Nashville and its opponent have hit the over on this game’s total (6.5 goals) 21 times this season.
  • In Pittsburgh’s 53 games this season, 26 have finished with more goals than Saturday’s total of 6.5.
  • The Predators score 2.66 goals per game, compared to the Penguins’ average of 2.89, adding up to 0.9 fewer goals than this contest’s total of 6.5.
  • These two teams are allowing a combined 6.8 goals per game, 0.3 more than this contest’s over/under.

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Moneyline Pick

Predators Moneyline: -120

  • The Predators have been victorious in 14 of their 31 games when they were listed as a moneyline favorite this season (45.2%).
  • Nashville is 12-16 when playing with moneyline odds of -120 or shorter (42.9% win percentage).
  • Based on this contest’s moneyline, the Predators have an implied probability of 54.5% to win.

Penguins Moneyline: +100

  • In Pittsburgh’s 39 games playing as the underdog on the moneyline this season, it has 13 wins.
  • When the Penguins’ moneyline odds are +100 or longer, they have won 11 games in 34 opportunities.
  • Pittsburgh’s implied probability to win is 50.0% based on its moneyline odds.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Pittsburgh 4, Nashville 3

Predators Points Leaders

  • Filip Forsberg is one of Nashville’s top contributors this season with 49 points. He has averaged 0.4 goals per game, shooting 9.8%.
  • Jonathan Marchessault has 15 goals and 24 assists for Nashville to compile 39 total points (0.8 per game).
  • On 137 shots (for nine goals) and 26 assists, Roman Josi has created 35 points this season.
  • As Nashville’s top goalie, Juuse Saros has recorded 11 wins and 20 losses this season while giving up 104 goals with 926 saves.

Penguins Points Leaders

  • Sidney Crosby is an important part of the offense for Pittsburgh, with 55 points this season. He has put up 16 goals and 39 assists in 53 games.
  • Rickard Rakell has made a major impact for Pittsburgh this season with 42 points, thanks to 23 goals and 19 assists.
  • Bryan Rust has scored 19 goals and contributed 20 assists for Pittsburgh, giving him a point total of 39.
  • Alex Nedeljkovic has a record of 10-9-4 in 24 games this season, conceding 74 goals (3.2 goals against average) with 635 saves and an .896 save percentage, 46th in the league.

Predators’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
1/25/2025 Ducks L 5-2 Away -192
1/29/2025 Canucks L 3-1 Home -146
1/31/2025 Sabres L 4-3 Away -125
2/1/2025 Penguins Away -120
2/3/2025 Senators Home
2/7/2025 Blackhawks Away
2/8/2025 Sabres Home

Penguins’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
1/25/2025 Kraken L 4-1 Away -108
1/27/2025 Sharks L 2-1 Away -178
1/29/2025 Utah Hockey Club W 3-2 Away +120
2/1/2025 Predators Home +100
2/4/2025 Devils Home
2/7/2025 Rangers Away
2/8/2025 Flyers Away

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Nashville vs. Pittsburgh Game Info

  • Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025
  • Time: 7:00 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
  • Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
  • Venue: PPG Paints Arena

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