The Penguins (20-9-5) are seeking to overpass the Capitals and Rangers in the Metropolitan Division by taking advantage of their strong play and three games gained on their rivals.The Penguins will try to bounce back after a rare defeat to the Dallas Stars in their final game of a four-game homestand on Tuesday. The Ducks (19-12-7) will close out a four-game home stand on Tuesday looking to gain momentum for the road. Let’s dig into the best Pittsburgh Penguins vs Anaheim Ducks betting picks, odds, and predictions for 1/11/2022.
Pittsburgh Penguins vs Anaheim Ducks Betting Odds And Line Movement
The Moneyline value for the team heading into this encounter, Anaheim’s +135 is quite intriguing. Of course, before their recent loss, the Penguins were the league’s hottest team, which is why they’re seen as home underdogs. The side with Pittsburgh available at -140 has stayed relatively stable at the best Pittsburgh online betting sites.
Notes On The Pittsburgh Penguins
The Penguins were a story in January, as they went on an unprecedented 10-game winning streak to end the regular season. They’ve been one of the NHL’s most successful teams since Alain Vigneault took over as coach in 2008. The Pens entered Tuesday night’s game against Minnesota with a 12-2 record at home and 5-4
In this one, with Pittsburgh still determining Evgeni Malkin’s availability prior to puck drop, all eyes will be on him. After recovering from a knee ailment, there’s no doubting that Malkin will need some time to get up to game speed. Despite this, the return of Malkin is a plus. Jarry’s 2 wins shy of the league lead and his 1.94 GAA are the best in the NHL among goalies with five or more appearances.
Notes On The Anaheim Ducks
Unfortunately, the Ducks are expected to fall in the Pacific Division standings due to having played more games than most teams around them. However, on Tuesday night, when the Anaheim Ducks host a slumping Pittsburgh Penguins team, they will be confident. This season, the Ducks have an outstanding 12-5-4 record at home.
Like the Penguins, the Ducks are a tough defensive team. The distinction is that while Anaheim is among the league’s most penalized clubs, Pittsburgh is one of the least.The San Jose Sharks have the advantage in this match since they are at home. The Ducks, on the other hand, must avoid this owing to their disadvantage.
The Ducks are a balanced squad, with both youth and experience on display all season long. They’ll turn to this mix of both again as they deal with many absences. Adam Henrique is on Injured Reserve while Derek Grant, John Gibson, Josh Mahura, and Hampus Lindholm are all on the COVID-19 protocol list.
Can The Pittsburgh Penguins Cover The Pointspread?
The Penguins are a true two-way team that excels in both ends of the rink. Their ability to stifle the top scorers on other teams has been magnificent, thanks to strong goaltending. With Jeff Carter having excelled as the team’s second-line center, it’ll be worth noting where Malkin fits in after. The Penguins will continue to play their tight defensively oriented game plan against a top-four power play unit in the NHL.
Can The Anaheim Ducks Cover The Spread?
The easiest way to score against the NHL’s least penalized club is to keep your foot on the gas and maintain possession of the puck. The Ducks will have a hard time putting their strong power play to use against the league’s lowest PK percentage. Instead, the Ducks will need to play solid at even strength in order for them to win.Gibson will be out, but Lindholm and Grant may return, giving the lineup a much-needed boost. Keep an eye on the Ducks’ second line to see if they can keep their outstanding production going.
