Pittsburgh Penguins vs Seattle Kraken predictions, Jan 14, 2025

Jan 12, 2025 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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### NHL Match Preview: Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Seattle Kraken (January 14, 2025)

**Venue:** PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

**Matchup Overview:**
The Pittsburgh Penguins will host the Seattle Kraken in what promises to be an intriguing battle between two teams struggling for consistency. Both teams come into this matchup off challenging stretches, having managed only one win in their last five games, setting the stage for a crucial encounter as they vie for better standings in the NHL.

**Pittsburgh Penguins:**
– **Latest Form:** 1 win out of their last 5 games (1-4-0)
– **Strengths:** Traditionally, the Penguins have been a strong home team, with their skilled roster featuring the likes of Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. When playing at home, they typically enjoy a significant boost in performance.
– **Weaknesses:** Recent defensive lapses have caused issues, contributing to their struggles in securing points. The Penguins will need to shore up their defensive play to avoid allowing the Kraken easy scoring opportunities.

**Seattle Kraken:**
– **Latest Form:** 1 win out of their last 5 games (1-4-0)
– **Strengths:** The Kraken have shown flashes of potential, with players like Matty Beniers and Jared McCann being key contributors to their offensive plays. They will look to leverage their speed and forechecking ability against the Penguins.
– **Weaknesses:** Seattle has faced difficulty in converting chances into goals, and their special teams have been inconsistent. Maintaining discipline and capitalizing on power plays will be essential if they want to secure a victory in Pittsburgh.

**Betting Odds:**
– **Bookmakers’ Odds:** Pittsburgh Penguins (2.05) – Seattle Kraken (3.04)
– **Probability Estimates:**
– Pittsburgh Penguins: **46.2%**
– Draw: **21.3%**
– Seattle Kraken: **32.7%**

The odds indicate that the Penguins are favored to win, yet the Kraken’s relatively close odds suggest they should not be underestimated.

### Key Players to Watch:
– **Pittsburgh:** Sidney Crosby’s leadership and offensive acumen will be critical. Additionally, the performance of goaltender Tristan Jarry will play a pivotal role in ensuring the team stays competitive.
– **Seattle:** Look for Matty Beniers to step up as a playmaker and goal scorer for the Kraken. Goaltender Philip Grubauer will need to provide a strong performance to keep the Penguins at bay.

### Conclusion:
This matchup holds significance for both teams as they look to turn around their recent poor forms. The Penguins, looking to capitalize on their home advantage, will aim to impose their style of play. Meanwhile, the Kraken will strive for a crucial road victory to gain momentum. Fans can expect a hard-fought contest as both teams seek to secure a vital two points in the standings.

Pittsburgh 46.9% Draw 21.1% Seattle 32%

Outrights of NHL Pittsburgh Penguins: 0.6% Seattle Kraken: 0.48%

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Betting Odds

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betsson 2.03 4.45 2.95
MarathonBet 2.06 4.66 3.02
Pinnacle 1.99 4.44 2.99
Best for US Customers 2.05 4.5 2.95

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Latest Results

11.01.25 Pittsburgh Penguins – Ottawa Senators – 0:5
09.01.25 Pittsburgh Penguins – Edmonton Oilers – 5:3
07.01.25 Pittsburgh Penguins – Columbus Blue Jackets – 3:4 penalties
05.01.25 Carolina Hurricanes – Pittsburgh Penguins – 4:3 OT
03.01.25 Florida Panthers – Pittsburgh Penguins – 3:2 penalties		 11.01.25 Buffalo Sabres – Seattle Kraken – 2:6
09.01.25 Columbus Blue Jackets – Seattle Kraken – 6:2
06.01.25 Seattle Kraken – New Jersey Devils – 2:3
04.01.25 Seattle Kraken – Edmonton Oilers – 2:4
02.01.25 Seattle Kraken – Vancouver Canucks – 3:4 penalties

Facts

  • This match a meeting between a mid-table team and the outsider will be held (ranked 10 and 13).
  • Last 5 head-to-head matches Pittsburgh won 1.
  • Two teams are in a poor body shape now.
  • Pittsburgh could have problems with physics compare with it opponent – last days they played more matches than their opponents.
  • Pittsburgh will have a poor advantage in this game.
  • Last 6 head-to-head matches Pittsburgh won 2 matches, drawn 0 matches, lost 4 matches and goals 13:11 (average 2.2:1.8).
  • Including matches at home between the teams Pittsburgh won 1 matches, drawn 0 matches, lost 2 matches and goals 6:5 (average 2:1.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    29.02.24 Seattle Kraken – Pittsburgh Penguins – 2:0
    15.01.24 Pittsburgh Penguins – Seattle Kraken – 3:0
    05.11.22 Pittsburgh Penguins – Seattle Kraken – 2:3
    29.10.22 Seattle Kraken – Pittsburgh Penguins – 3:1
    27.01.22 Pittsburgh Penguins – Seattle Kraken – 1:2 OT

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Winnipeg Jets 44 25 4 3 12 156:108 61
    2 Vegas Golden Knights 42 25 3 3 11 144:113 59
    3 Minnesota Wild 43 21 6 4 12 131:118 58
    4 Dallas Stars 41 22 5 1 13 134:101 55
    5 Edmonton Oilers 42 19 7 3 13 139:117 55
    6 Los Angeles Kings 40 22 2 5 11 121:99 53
    7 Colorado Avalanche 44 22 4 1 17 147:138 53
    8 Vancouver Canucks 42 15 4 10 13 124:130 48
    9 Calgary Flames 41 14 6 7 14 110:123 47
    10 St. Louis Blues 44 14 6 4 20 125:133 44
    11 Utah 42 13 5 7 17 117:125 43
    12 Anaheim Ducks 42 12 5 5 20 105:133 39
    13 Seattle Kraken 43 14 4 3 22 126:138 39
    14 Nashville Predators 42 11 2 7 22 101:132 33
    15 San Jose Sharks 45 9 4 6 26 114:158 32
    16 Chicago Blackhawks 43 12 2 2 27 111:147 30

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Washington Capitals 43 24 4 5 10 156:113 61
    2 Toronto Maple Leafs 44 23 4 2 15 135:124 56
    3 New Jersey Devils 45 24 2 4 15 142:114 56
    4 Carolina Hurricanes 43 23 3 2 15 145:120 54
    5 Florida Panthers 43 20 5 3 15 143:132 53
    6 Tampa Bay Lightning 40 19 3 3 15 146:111 47
    7 Boston Bruins 45 14 7 5 19 116:142 47
    8 Columbus Blue Jackets 43 16 4 6 17 149:151 46
    9 Montreal Canadiens 42 14 6 4 18 126:140 44
    10 Pittsburgh Penguins 44 12 6 8 18 133:164 44
    11 Ottawa Senators 41 15 5 3 18 119:118 43
    12 Detroit Red Wings 41 15 4 4 18 115:131 42
    13 New York Rangers 42 19 1 2 20 122:131 42
    14 New York Islanders 42 13 4 7 18 114:129 41
    15 Philadelphia Flyers 43 10 8 5 20 132:151 41
    16 Buffalo Sabres 43 12 4 5 22 132:146 37

    NHL Outrights

    1. Edmonton Oilers: 7.9 (10.42%)

    2. Florida Panthers: 9.56 (8.61%)

    3. Carolina Hurricanes: 9.75 (8.45%)

    4. New Jersey Devils: 10.81 (7.62%)

    5. Dallas Stars: 11.72 (7.02%)

    6. Colorado Avalanche: 12.45 (6.62%)

    7. Toronto Maple Leafs: 12.98 (6.34%)

    8. Vegas Golden Knights: 13.24 (6.22%)

    9. Tampa Bay Lightning: 17.53 (4.7%)

    10. Winnipeg Jets: 17.58 (4.68%)

    11. Minnesota Wild: 21.39 (3.85%)

    12. Washington Capitals: 21.55 (3.82%)

    13. Los Angeles Kings: 22.77 (3.62%)

    14. Vancouver Canucks: 24.56 (3.35%)

    15. Boston Bruins: 33.04 (2.49%)

    16. New York Rangers: 38.87 (2.12%)

    17. Ottawa Senators: 39.71 (2.07%)

    18. Utah: 68.91 (1.19%)

    19. Nashville Predators: 84.99 (0.97%)

    20. New York Islanders: 91.33 (0.9%)

    21. Calgary Flames: 122.72 (0.67%)

    22. St. Louis Blues: 134.1 (0.61%)

    23. Pittsburgh Penguins: 136.55 (0.6%)

    24. Montreal Canadiens: 163.22 (0.5%)

    25. Detroit Red Wings: 164.38 (0.5%)

    26. Seattle Kraken: 171.95 (0.48%)

    27. Philadelphia Flyers: 186.34 (0.44%)

    28. Buffalo Sabres: 252.15 (0.33%)

    29. Columbus Blue Jackets: 288.07 (0.29%)

    30. Anaheim Ducks: 419.17 (0.2%)

    31. Chicago Blackhawks: 440.99 (0.19%)

    32. San Jose Sharks: 634.04 (0.13%)

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