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Predators vs. Penguins prediction: Why Pittsburgh is favored to win Sunday's NHL Sweden matchup [11/16/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
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The Pittsburgh Penguins will face the Nashville Predators in NHL action at Avicii Arena in Sweden on Sunday, beginning at 9:00AM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model predicts the Penguins as the most likely winner of the Predators vs. Penguins game.
This article offers a closer look at Sunday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Predators vs. Penguins prediction: Who will win and cover?
As part of Dimers' NHL predictions coverage—and following a review of recent results—our pregame model has generated moneyline, puck line, and over/under probabilities for Sunday's clash between the Predators and Penguins.
According to our model, the Predators (+1.5) have a 66% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Predators vs. Penguins odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Predators | Penguins |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-210) | -1.5 (+210) |
| Moneyline | +112 | -125 |
| Total | o6 (-120) | u6 (+100) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Predators vs. Penguins picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current 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 | +210 |
| Moneyline | Penguins | -125 |
| Total | Under 6 | +100 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Penguins -1.5 at the spread.
Predators vs. Penguins player props
Who will score a goal in Predators vs. Penguins?
According to our model, Sidney Crosby is most likely to score an anytime goal in Predators vs. Penguins.
Our projections give Crosby a 40.9% chance of scoring a goal at Avicii Arena, while the star is an 8.2% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Nashville Predators
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Filip Forsberg | 37.5% |
| Jonathan Marchessault | 29.9% |
| Steven Stamkos | 29.4% |
| Ryan O'Reilly | 24.5% |
| Michael Bunting | 19.6% |
Pittsburgh Penguins
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sidney Crosby | 40.9% |
| Bryan Rust | 36.4% |
| Anthony Mantha | 29.4% |
| Evgeni Malkin | 26.1% |
| Thomas Novak | 23.3% |
First goal scorer predictions
Nashville Predators
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Filip Forsberg | 7.4% |
| Jonathan Marchessault | 6.2% |
| Steven Stamkos | 5.2% |
| Ryan O'Reilly | 4.3% |
| Michael Bunting | 3.6% |
Pittsburgh Penguins
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sidney Crosby | 8.2% |
| Bryan Rust | 7.5% |
| Anthony Mantha | 5.5% |
| Evgeni Malkin | 5.0% |
| Thomas Novak | 4.0% |
Predators vs. Penguins game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's matchup between the Penguins and Predators at Avicii Arena is scheduled to begin at 9:00AM ET.
- Who: Nashville Predators vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
- Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025
- Time: 9:00AM ET/6:00AM PT
- Venue: Avicii Arena (Sweden)
The 2025 NHL Global Series brings two regular-season games between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Nashville Predators to Stockholm’s Avicii Arena on November 14 and 16. The weekend also includes open practices and a free fan festival in Kungsträdgården, creating a full NHL showcase in Sweden.
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Conclusion
We predict the Penguins, with a 57% win probability, will likely beat the Predators on Sunday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Predators vs. Penguins insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date 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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