Match Analysis: Pittsburgh Penguins vs Chicago Blackhawks – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-04-08
- Time: 11:00 PM UTC
- Location: PPG Paints Arena
Game Overview
The Pittsburgh Penguins host the Chicago Blackhawks in a non-playoff-implication matchup. Both teams are eliminated from postseason contention, but Pittsburgh seeks to rebound after a loss in their previous encounter.
Key Factors to Consider
- Pittsburgh (31-35-12) and Chicago (22-45-10) have struggled this season. Pittsburgh has a better home record (19-14-5) compared to Chicago's away record (7-25-5).
- The Penguins have historically been less successful against the Blackhawks overall (48-74-17-6), but they perform better at home (34-28-7-3). Chicago won the first game of the season series.
- Pittsburgh is missing Bokondji Imama, Tommy Novak, and P.O. Joseph. Chicago's Colton Dach and Jason Dickinson are injured, with Alec Martinez's status uncertain.
- Both teams are out of playoff contention, minimizing external pressure. The Penguins might be more motivated to perform well in front of their home crowd after a recent loss.
- Both teams lack significant motivation since neither is chasing a playoff spot. However, the Penguins may have a slight edge in motivation due to the desire to perform well at home.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence | EV Pick |
---|---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | -215 for Penguins, +170 for Blackhawks | Penguins to win | ★★★★☆ 75% | Penguins to win -100% |
Spread | -1.5 +118 for Penguins, +1.5 -143 for Blackhawks | Penguins to cover -1.5 | ★★★☆☆ 60% | Penguins to cover -1.5 -100% |
Over_under | Over 6 -121, Under 6 +100 | Over 6 | ★★★☆☆ 55% | Over 6 -100% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
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Moneyline | Pittsburgh Penguins 76% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Over 6 10% |
Predicted Outcome
Pittsburgh Penguins are expected to win, given their home advantage and the need for a bounce-back victory after the previous loss.
Predicted Score: Penguins 5, Blackhawks 2