How to Pick the Penguins vs. Wild Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – October 29

Published 12:50 pm Monday, October 28, 2024

Whether you’re looking to make a single bet or have your sights set on putting together a parlay, Tuesday’s game at 7:00 PM ET between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Minnesota Wild features a variety of betting options. Before the puck drops, check out our best bets for this game.

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Penguins vs. Wild Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 6.5 (model projecting 6.8 goals)

  • Pittsburgh and its opponent have combined to outscore Tuesday’s over/under (6.5 goals) six times this season.
  • This season just two Minnesota games have had more goals than Tuesday’s total of 6.5.
  • These two teams combine for 6.6 goals per game, 0.13 more than the total for this contest.
  • These two teams are conceding a combined 6.7 goals per game, 0.2 more than this contest’s over/under.

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Moneyline Pick

Penguins Moneyline: -112

  • The Penguins have been a moneyline favorite two times this season (they went 2-0 in those games).
  • Pittsburgh has been a moneyline favorite of -112 or shorter twice this season, and won both.
  • The Penguins’ implied moneyline win probability is 52.8% in this contest.

Wild Moneyline: -107

  • Minnesota has played as the underdog on the moneyline three times this season, and won two games.
  • When the Wild’s moneyline odds are -107 or longer, they have won two games in three opportunities.
  • Minnesota’s implied probability to win is 51.7% based on its moneyline odds.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Minnesota 4, Pittsburgh 2

Penguins Points Leaders

  • Evgeni Malkin is one of Pittsburgh’s top contributors this season with 14 points. He has averaged 0.3 goals per game, shooting 16.7%.
  • Sidney Crosby is another of Pittsburgh’s important contributors currently with seven total points (one goal and six assists) to his name.
  • With six points through 10 games (four goals and two assists), Lars Eller has been an important part of Pittsburgh’s offensive efforts this season.
  • As Pittsburgh’s top goalie, Joel Blomqvist has recorded 2 wins and 3 losses this season while allowing 16 goals with 165 saves.

Wild Points Leaders

  • Kirill Kaprizov is a top offensive contributor for his club with 15 points (1.9 per game). He has scored four goals and 11 assists in eight games (playing 22:35 per game).
  • Matthew Boldy is key for Minnesota’s attack with 11 total points (1.4 per game), including four goals and seven assists through eight games.
  • Minnesota’s Mats Zuccarello has eight points (four goals, four assists) this season.
  • Filip Gustavsson’s record stands at 4-1-1 on the season, giving up 13 goals (2.2 goals against average) and amassing 154 saves with a .922 save percentage (15th in the league).

Penguins’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/22/2024 Flames L 4-3 Away +103
10/25/2024 Oilers L 4-0 Away +188
10/26/2024 Canucks L 4-3 Away +175
10/29/2024 Wild Home -112
10/31/2024 Ducks Home
11/2/2024 Canadiens Home
11/5/2024 Islanders Away

Wild’s Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/22/2024 Panthers W 5-1 Away +130
10/24/2024 Lightning W 4-2 Away +135
10/26/2024 Flyers L 7-5 Away -137
10/29/2024 Penguins Away -107
11/1/2024 Lightning Home
11/3/2024 Maple Leafs Home
11/5/2024 Kings Home

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Pittsburgh vs. Minnesota Game Info

  • Date: Tuesday, October 29, 2024
  • 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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