Montreal Canadiens vs Pittsburgh Penguins Betting Trends

The upcoming NHL regular season game on December 11, 2025, between the Montreal Canadiens and Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA, promises an exciting clash. Broadcasted on SportsNet PT and ESPN+, this game offers rich betting trends and game insights for keen bettors. The Montreal Canadiens have a powerplay percentage of approximately 11%, penalty kill around 72%, and a 5-on-5 success rate near 50.3%. The Pittsburgh Penguins slightly edge them with a powerplay near 8.3%, penalty kill close to 75%, and a 5-on-5 percentage of 50.1%. These stats suggest a balanced matchup with potential scoring opportunities on special teams.

Montreal's starting goalie is likely to be healthy and ready, while Pittsburgh's goalie has been solid, contributing to their respectable goals against average. Recent games show Montreal's offense averaging about 3 goals per game, while Pittsburgh scores slightly more, around 3.14 goals per game. The odds favor Pittsburgh at -120 moneyline with a -1.5 spread and an over/under of 6.5, indicating a moderately high-scoring game. Bettors should consider Pittsburgh's stronger ATS record (19-9) versus Montreal's (11-18) as a key betting insight.

In their last matchup on September 22, 2025, Montreal won 3-2 at Bell Centre, showing they can compete closely. The Penguins' home record and recent performances suggest they could cover the spread. Bettors looking for an edge can explore detailed betting trends and place their bets with a U.S. regulated sportsbook or Start your OddsTrader Turbo subscription for advanced insights.