Montreal Canadiens vs Pittsburgh Penguins Picks

The NHL showdown on December 21, 2025, between the Montreal Canadiens and Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA, is set to be an intense battle. Fans and bettors alike will want to tune in to sportsnet pt and espn+ to catch all the action live. Our expert picks favor the Pittsburgh Penguins with a predicted score of 4-3, supported by a moneyline edge of +2.1% EV and a 55.2% hit rate, indicating a solid betting opportunity.

When analyzing both teams, key stats such as powerplay percentage, penalty kill percentage, and 5-on-5 performance show Pittsburgh holding a slight advantage. The Penguins' powerplay efficiency and penalty kill success rate have been pivotal in their recent games, contributing to their overall positive momentum. Meanwhile, the Canadiens have shown resilience, especially at home, but their recent powerplay struggles could be a factor in this matchup.

Our prediction model has been profitable in the last 10 games, winning 6 of them, particularly excelling in 2way betting markets. This high EV market aligns well with the current game prediction, offering bettors a valuable edge. For more detailed insights and to explore other NHL picks, check out our comprehensive NHL picks page Explore NHL Picks.

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