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Mammoth vs. Penguins prediction: Why Utah is favored to win Sunday's NHL matchup [12/14/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Utah Mammoth vs Pittsburgh Penguins predictions for NHL Sunday.
The Pittsburgh Penguins will take on the Utah Mammoth, in what is expected to be a close NHL game, at PPG Paints Arena on Sunday, beginning at 3:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model gives the Mammoth a slight edge with a 52% win probability over the Penguins.
This article offers a closer look at Sunday's Mammoth vs. Penguins matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Mammoth vs. Penguins prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Sunday's NHL matchup between the Mammoth and the Penguins 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Mammoth a 52% chance of beating the Penguins.
According to our model, the Penguins (+1.5) have a 68% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has a 51% chance of going over.
Mammoth vs. Penguins odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Mammoth | Penguins |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+180) | +1.5 (-210) |
| Moneyline | -130 | +114 |
| Total | o6 (-130) | u6 (+100) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Mammoth 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 | +114 |
| Total | Under 6 | +100 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Penguins to win.
Mammoth vs. Penguins player props
Who will score a goal in Mammoth vs. Penguins?
According to our model, Sidney Crosby is most likely to score an anytime goal in Mammoth vs. Penguins.
Our projections give Crosby a 38.8% chance of scoring a goal at PPG Paints Arena, while the star is a 7.3% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Utah Mammoth
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Clayton Keller | 33.7% |
| JJ Peterka | 33.6% |
| Dylan Guenther | 31.5% |
| Nick Schmaltz | 25.4% |
| Lawson Crouse | 24.6% |
Pittsburgh Penguins
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sidney Crosby | 38.8% |
| Bryan Rust | 33.7% |
| Rickard Rakell | 26.1% |
| Anthony Mantha | 26.0% |
| Thomas Novak | 22.2% |
First goal scorer predictions
Utah Mammoth
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Clayton Keller | 6.4% |
| JJ Peterka | 6.2% |
| Dylan Guenther | 6.0% |
| Nick Schmaltz | 5.1% |
| Lawson Crouse | 4.9% |
Pittsburgh Penguins
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sidney Crosby | 7.3% |
| Bryan Rust | 7.2% |
| Anthony Mantha | 4.5% |
| Rickard Rakell | 4.4% |
| Thomas Novak | 4.2% |
Mammoth vs. Penguins game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's game between the Penguins and Mammoth at PPG Paints Arena is scheduled to start at 3:00PM ET.
- Who: Utah Mammoth vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
- Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
- Time: 3:00PM ET/12:00PM PT
- Venue: PPG Paints Arena
Conclusion
We predict Mammoth, with a 52% win probability, will likely beat the Penguins on Sunday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Mammoth 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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