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Vancouver (4-2-0) at Pittsburgh (4-2-0)
- When: Oct 21 2025, 7:00 PM
- Where: PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
- TV: SportsNet PT
Vancouver vs Pittsburgh NHL Preview & Pick
Moneyline: Pittsburgh -115
Spread: Pittsburgh -1.5 (+215)
Total: 6.0
Vancouver Canucks Betting Outlook
The Canucks are cruising through their first major road trip, sitting at a perfect 3-0-0 so far. Vancouver’s offense has been rolling, posting 12 goals across those wins, including a fast start in Washington where they jumped out to a 4-0 lead before holding on for a 4-3 victory. Thatcher Demko has been sharp, boasting a .922 save percentage, and continues to anchor this confident group that’s finding ways to win tight games.
Still, Vancouver enters this matchup short-handed. Brock Boeser’s status is uncertain after missing Sunday’s game for personal reasons, while Filip Chytil and Jonathan Lekkerimaki both hit injured reserve. Despite the setbacks, the Canucks are playing structured, resilient hockey and are looking to stay perfect on this road swing as they try to flip their poor history in Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh Penguins Betting Outlook
The Penguins return home riding momentum after closing their road trip with back-to-back wins over Los Angeles and San Jose. Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin continue to lead the charge, combining for 16 points through six games. Tristan Jarry has also been excellent between the pipes, posting a shutout in his latest outing and maintaining a strong track record against Vancouver.
Pittsburgh has quietly been one of the more disciplined teams early in the season, tightening up defensively and getting timely scoring from its veterans. At home, the Penguins look to build off that defensive structure while exploiting a banged-up Canucks roster that’s been playing heavy minutes away from home.
NHL Prediction & Betting Angle
This matchup features two teams off to similar starts but trending differently. Vancouver’s travel fatigue and injuries could catch up to them against a rested Penguins squad finding its rhythm. Expect Pittsburgh’s experience and depth to take control late in a close contest.
Score Prediction: Penguins 4, Canucks 2
Pick: Pittsburgh -1.5 (+215)
Total: Under 6.5 (-135)
- NHL Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
