Penguins vs. Mammoth prediction favors Utah to win Monday's NHL matchup [10/19/2026]

Using innovative machine learning and data, we have re-simulated the result of Monday's NHL game between the Penguins and Mammoth, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model gives the Mammoth a 60.0% chance of defeating the Penguins. According to our model, the Penguins (+1.5) have a 61.8% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6.5 goals has a 50.6% chance of going over.

Latest betting odds

We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Puck Line: Penguins +1.5 (-150) / Mammoth -1.5 (+147)
• Moneyline: Penguins +170, Mammoth -174
• Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-122/+117)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Puck line: Penguins +1.5 @ -150 via BetMGM
• Moneyline: Penguins @ 37¢ via Novig
• Total: Under 6.5 @ 46¢ via Novig

According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.

Penguins vs. Mammoth player props

Who will score a goal in Penguins vs. Mammoth?

According to our model, Dylan Guenther is most likely to score an anytime goal in Penguins vs. Mammoth.

Our projections give Guenther a 38.4% chance of scoring a goal at Delta Center, while the star is a 7.6% chance of netting the first goal the game.

Anytime goal scorer predictions

Pittsburgh Penguins

• Sidney Crosby: 32.2% probability
• Bryan Rust: 31.5% probability
• Rickard Rakell: 29.4% probability
• Evgeni Malkin: 27.2% probability
• Ben Kindel: 20.4% probability

Utah Mammoth

• Dylan Guenther: 38.4% probability
• Nick Schmaltz: 34.2% probability
• Logan Cooley: 32.9% probability
• Clayton Keller: 28.0% probability
• Kailer Yamamoto: 25.4% probability

First goal scorer predictions

Pittsburgh Penguins

• Sidney Crosby: 5.8% probability
• Rickard Rakell: 5.5% probability
• Bryan Rust: 5.3% probability
• Evgeni Malkin: 4.7% probability
• Ben Kindel: 3.3% probability

Utah Mammoth

• Dylan Guenther: 7.6% probability
• Nick Schmaltz: 6.3% probability
• Logan Cooley: 6.0% probability
• Clayton Keller: 5.0% probability
• Kailer Yamamoto: 4.7% probability

Game info & puck drop details

Monday'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: Monday, October 19, 2026
• Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00 PM PT
• Venue: Delta Center

Conclusion

We predict Mammoth, with a 60.0% win probability, will likely beat the Penguins in Monday's NHL matchup.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary NHL prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.