Anaheim Ducks vs Pittsburgh Penguins: Key Matchup Insights

On October 31, 2024, the Anaheim Ducks will face off against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA. The game starts at 7:00 PM ET and will be broadcast on Sportsnet PT, ESPN+, and KCOP-TV. The Anaheim Ducks, with a recent victory over the New York Islanders, have an away record of 2-4 and are ranked 20th in straight-up matches. Their against-the-spread (ATS) record is a commendable 6-3, ranking them 6th overall. The Pittsburgh Penguins, meanwhile, have struggled at home with a 1-3 record and are 31st in straight-up standings. Their ATS record is 4-7, placing them 27th overall. The Penguins are favored with a moneyline of -190, while the Ducks are at +158. In their last encounter on October 30, 2023, the Ducks edged out the Penguins 4-3, with the game going over the 6.5 total. For bettors, the ATS performance of the Ducks could be a deciding factor, especially considering the Penguins' current challenges. View the complete standings on our NHL standings page. The Penguins' lineup includes key players like Sidney Crosby, whose performance will be crucial, especially given their recent defensive vulnerabilities. The Ducks' strategy will likely focus on leveraging their strong ATS record and exploiting the Penguins' home weaknesses.