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

Published 12:49 am Saturday, February 1, 2025

The matchup between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Nashville Predators at 7:00 PM ET on Saturday has a variety of betting possibilities to consider. With that in mind, here’s an in-depth look at our best bets, along with picks and predictions.

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Penguins vs. Predators Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Under 6.5 (model projecting 6.2 goals)

  • This season, Pittsburgh games have gone over this one’s 6.5-goal total 26 times.
  • This season, 21 of Nashville’s games have featured more than 6.5 goals.
  • The over/under for this game (6.5) is 0.9 more than the combined scoring averages for the Penguins (2.89) and the Predators (2.66).
  • These two teams are conceding a combined 6.8 goals per game, 0.3 more than this contest’s over/under.

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Moneyline Pick

Penguins Moneyline: -110

  • In the 13 times this season the Penguins have been a moneyline favorite, they have finished 7-6 in those games.
  • Pittsburgh is 8-6 (victorious in 57.1% of its games) when playing with moneyline odds of -110 or shorter.
  • The implied moneyline probability for this game says the Penguins have a 52.4% chance to win.

Predators Moneyline: -110

  • Nashville has secured an upset victory four times when playing as the underdog on the moneyline this season (in 19 games as the underdog).
  • The Predators have four wins in games when their odds are -110 or longer on the moneyline (in 19 opportunities).
  • Nashville’s implied probability to win is 52.4% based on the moneyline odds.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Pittsburgh 4, Nashville 3

Penguins Points Leaders

  • Sidney Crosby has been imperative to Pittsburgh’s offense this season, recording 55 points in 53 games.
  • With 23 goals and 19 assists, Rickard Rakell is one of the top contributors for Pittsburgh with his 42 points (0.8 per game).
  • Through 45 games, Bryan Rust has proven himself as a contributor for Pittsburgh. He has 39 points (19 goals and 20 assists).
  • In the 24 games Alex Nedeljkovic has played this season, his save percentage is .896, 46th in the league.

Predators Points Leaders

  • Nashville’s Filip Forsberg has totaled 31 assists and 18 goals in 50 games, good for 49 points.
  • Jonathan Marchessault is pivotal for Nashville’s attack with 39 total points (0.8 per game), including 15 goals and 24 assists through 50 contests.
  • Roman Josi has nine goals and 26 assists, for a season point total of 35.
  • Nashville’s Juuse Saros is 11-20-6 this season, compiling 926 saves and giving up 104 goals (2.9 goals against average) with an .899 save percentage (39th in the league).

Penguins’ Schedule

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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 -110
2/4/2025 Devils Home
2/7/2025 Rangers Away
2/8/2025 Flyers Away

Predators’ Schedule

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 -110
2/3/2025 Senators Home
2/7/2025 Blackhawks Away
2/8/2025 Sabres Home

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Pittsburgh vs. Nashville 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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