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

Published 11:48 pm Friday, January 31, 2025

There are a variety of betting possibilities to consider for the upcoming contest that has the Nashville Predators matching up with the Pittsburgh Penguins at 7:00 PM ET on Saturday, February 1. To get you ready to place a wager or build a parlay, take a look at our best bets and predictions below.

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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 combined for more than Saturday’s over/under of 6.5 goals 21 times this season.
  • In Pittsburgh’s 53 games this season, 26 have finished with more goals than Saturday’s over/under of 6.5.
  • These two teams combine for 5.6 goals per game, 0.9499999999999993 less than the total set for this contest.
  • 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

Predators Moneyline: -120

  • In the 31 times this season the Predators have been a moneyline favorite, they have finished 14-17 in those games.
  • Nashville is 12-16 in games it has played with moneyline odds of -120 or shorter (42.9% win percentage).
  • Based on this matchup’s moneyline, the Predators have an implied probability of 54.5% to win.

Penguins Moneyline: +100

  • Pittsburgh has secured an upset victory 13 times when playing as the moneyline underdog this season (in 39 games as the underdog).
  • The Penguins have 11 wins in games when their odds are +100 or longer on the moneyline (in 34 opportunities).
  • Pittsburgh’s moneyline gives it an implied probability of 50.0% to win this game.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Pittsburgh 4, Nashville 3

Predators Points Leaders

  • With 18 goals and 31 assists this season, Filip Forsberg is one of Nashville’s leading contributors (49 points).
  • Jonathan Marchessault has 39 points (15 goals, 24 assists) to add to the team’s scoring efforts.
  • Roman Josi has created 35 points for Nashville in 46 games this season, netting a goal on 6.6% of his shots and recording nine goals and 26 assists.
  • Across 38 games played, Juuse Saros has a goaltending record of 11-20-6. During those games, he’s allowed 104 goals while recording 926 saves.

Penguins Points Leaders

  • Sidney Crosby’s 16 goals and 39 assists in 53 matchups give him 55 points on the season, making him a key part of his team’s offense.
  • Pittsburgh’s Rickard Rakell has racked up 42 total points (0.8 per game), with 23 goals and 19 assists.
  • Bryan Rust has 19 goals and 20 assists for Nashville.
  • 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)
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  • Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
  • Venue: PPG Paints Arena

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