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Ducks vs. Penguins prediction: Why Pittsburgh is favored to win Tuesday's NHL matchup [12/9/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Anaheim Ducks vs Pittsburgh Penguins predictions for NHL Tuesday.
The Pittsburgh Penguins will face the Anaheim Ducks in NHL action at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, commencing at 7:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model projects the Penguins as the most likely winner of the Ducks vs. Penguins game.
This article offers further insights into Tuesday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Ducks vs. Penguins prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Tuesday's NHL matchup between the Ducks and Penguins 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Penguins a 55% chance of beating the Ducks.
According to our model, the Ducks (+1.5) have a 66% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 53% chance of staying under.
Ducks vs. Penguins odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Ducks | Penguins |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-220) | -1.5 (+200) |
| Moneyline | +105 | -122 |
| Total | o6.5 (-114) | u6.5 (-102) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Ducks vs. Penguins picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Penguins -1.5 | +200 |
| Moneyline | Penguins | -122 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -102 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.
Ducks vs. Penguins player props
Who will score a goal in Ducks vs. Penguins?
According to our model, Sidney Crosby is most likely to score an anytime goal in Ducks vs. Penguins.
Our projections give Crosby a 39.7% chance of scoring a goal at PPG Paints Arena, while the star is a 7.9% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Anaheim Ducks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leo Carlsson | 32.2% |
| Chris Kreider | 30.2% |
| Cutter Gauthier | 30.2% |
| Beckett Sennecke | 22.4% |
| Mason McTavish | 22.3% |
Pittsburgh Penguins
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sidney Crosby | 39.7% |
| Bryan Rust | 33.2% |
| Anthony Mantha | 25.9% |
| Thomas Novak | 23.6% |
| Kevin Hayes | 22.0% |
First goal scorer predictions
Anaheim Ducks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leo Carlsson | 6.7% |
| Chris Kreider | 5.8% |
| Cutter Gauthier | 5.3% |
| Troy Terry | 4.1% |
| Mason McTavish | 3.9% |
Pittsburgh Penguins
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sidney Crosby | 7.9% |
| Bryan Rust | 6.0% |
| Anthony Mantha | 4.7% |
| Thomas Novak | 4.0% |
| Kevin Hayes | 4.0% |
Ducks vs. Penguins game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's matchup between the Penguins and Ducks at PPG Paints Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Anaheim Ducks vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
- Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: PPG Paints Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Penguins, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Ducks on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Ducks vs. Penguins insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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