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Penguins vs. Mammoth prediction: Utah favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [3/14/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Pittsburgh Penguins vs Utah Mammoth predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Utah Mammoth will face the Pittsburgh Penguins in NHL action at Delta Center on Saturday, commencing at 9:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model projects the Mammoth as the most likely winner of the Penguins vs. Mammoth game.
This article offers further insights into Saturday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Penguins vs. Mammoth prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL game between the Penguins and Mammoth 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Mammoth a 56% chance of defeating the Penguins.
According to our model, the Penguins (+1.5) have a 66% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has a 52% chance of staying under.
Penguins vs. Mammoth odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Penguins | Mammoth |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-180) | -1.5 (+164) |
| Moneyline | +134 | -150 |
| Total | o6 (-120) | u6 (+100) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Penguins vs. Mammoth 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 | -180 |
| Moneyline | Penguins | +134 |
| 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.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Penguins vs. Mammoth player props
Who will score a goal in Penguins vs. Mammoth?
According to our model, Bryan Rust is most likely to score an anytime goal in Penguins vs. Mammoth.
Our projections give Rust a 32.8% chance of scoring a goal at Delta Center, while the star is a 6.4% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Pittsburgh Penguins
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Bryan Rust | 32.8% |
| Yegor Chinakhov | 28.9% |
| Rickard Rakell | 27.8% |
| Anthony Mantha | 27.4% |
| Thomas Novak | 23.9% |
Utah Mammoth
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Guenther | 32.4% |
| Clayton Keller | 30.1% |
| Logan Cooley | 26.6% |
| Nick Schmaltz | 24.0% |
| JJ Peterka | 22.8% |
First goal scorer predictions
Pittsburgh Penguins
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Bryan Rust | 6.4% |
| Yegor Chinakhov | 6.0% |
| Anthony Mantha | 5.9% |
| Rickard Rakell | 5.4% |
| Thomas Novak | 4.2% |
Utah Mammoth
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Guenther | 6.1% |
| Clayton Keller | 6.0% |
| Logan Cooley | 5.6% |
| Nick Schmaltz | 4.6% |
| JJ Peterka | 3.9% |
Penguins vs. Mammoth game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's action between the Mammoth and Penguins at Delta Center is scheduled to begin at 9:00 PM ET.
- Who: Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Utah Hockey Club
- Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Delta Center
Conclusion
We predict Mammoth, with a 56% win probability, will likely beat the Penguins on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Penguins vs. Mammoth 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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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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