Vancouver Canucks vs Pittsburgh Penguins Prediction, Picks & Odds | 21 Oct 2025

NHL Betting Preview: Canucks vs Penguins

The Vancouver Canucks lock horns with the Pittsburgh Penguins in this NHL matchup at PPG PAINTS Arena, with face-off scheduled for 19:00 on Tuesday, October 21. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and the starting lineups.

We can’t resist going for the Penguins on the Moneyline, with our prediction made with confidence and there is -106 available that they beat the Canucks.

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Vancouver Canucks won their previous game 4-3. This road victory at Capital One Arena against Washington Capitals was their third on the spin. Elias Pettersson was one of four different players on the scoresheet.

Pittsburgh Penguins won their last game 3-0, making it back-to-back successes. This was a road victory at SAP Center against San Jose Sharks. Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Anthony Mantha scored one goal each. Tristan Jarry got a shutout making 31 saves.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Penguins beat the Canucks in their last head-to-head encounter. It was a 5-4 scoreline at PPG PAINTS Arena. The Penguins have won six of the past 10 games that these teams have played.

Starting Goalies

Kevin Lankinen (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	4-10-3	3.5	.878	0
23/24	11-6-0	2.82	.908	1

Arturs Silovs (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	4-4-6	3.2	.890	1
23/24	3-0-1	2.47	.881	0

6 wins, 3 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.8 goals from 25.0 shots on goal, with a 13.5% powerplay efficiency. The Canucks have given up 2.6 goals from 29.8 shots, averaging 4.0 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 85.0%.

Conor Garland is the top points scorer with 8 points, 1 goal and 7 assists, with Quinn Hughes racking up 7 points, 1 goal and 6 assists, in the past 10 games. Goalie Kevin Lankinen have a 2.30 goal against average with a .928 save percentage.

The Penguins have 7 wins and 3 losses, averaging 3.3 goals from 26.9 shots on goal, with a 27.6% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.3 goals from 28.3 shots, averaging 3.1 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 80.7%.

The top points scorer is Sidney Crosby with 12 points, 6 goals and 6 assists, while Evgeni Malkin is next best after registering 12 points, 3 goals and 9 assists. Goalie Tristan Jarry have a 2.01 GAA with a .931 SV%, including two shutouts.

Vancouver Canucks vs Pittsburgh Penguins Prediction & Picks

From our main match prediction to correct score advice, must-watch player props and a custom bet builder — this Vancouver Canucks vs Pittsburgh Penguins betting preview covers it all.

Game Prediction

The -106 about Pittsburgh Penguins look very attractive when it comes to the Moneyline. We think the visitors can be beaten in this NHL clash, so this is our pick.

To deliver the best possible hockey predictions, we start by locking in the team news and taking time to review the latest form. There’s also no shortage of data to crunch from the most up-to-date NHL stats available.

Key Canucks vs Penguins stats:

• Penguins have won 7 of their last 10 games.
• Penguins have won 3 of their last 5 games.
• Penguins have won 2 consecutive games.
• Penguins have won 6 of their last 10 games against Canucks.

Penguins Moneyline Probability

The top betting apps are estimating that there is a 51.5% likelihood of this pick winning. However, our research has found that the actual probability is between 55-60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

If you’re looking for greater odds, Pittsburgh can be backed at a bigger price on the Puck Line. For more juice, also consider the Match Winner & Total Goals and Winning Margin lines.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Elias Pettersson Under 1.5 Shots +105

Elias Pettersson (Canucks) has failed to cover the 1.5 shots on goal total in 14 of the past 16 games. There’s every chance that the same thing will happen here, with odds of +105 that he doesn’t cover the Shots on Goal line.

Correct Score Prediction

Canucks 2 - 4 Penguins

Let’s take a chance on the +1600 available that the Penguins secure a 4-2 victory. There’s a nice potential return waiting if we’re able to predict the correct score.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Canucks

Penguins

1-0

Canucks

+5500

Penguins

+5500

2-0

Canucks

+5000

Penguins

+4500

2-1

Canucks

+1500

Penguins

+1400

3-0

Canucks

+3300

Penguins

+3300

3-1

Canucks

+1900

Penguins

+1900

3-2

Canucks

+850

Penguins

+850

4-0

Canucks

+4000

Penguins

+4000

4-1

Canucks

+1600

Penguins

+1600

4-2

Canucks

+1600

Penguins

+1600

4-3

Canucks

+1000

Penguins

+1050

5-0

Canucks

+7000

Penguins

+7500

5-1

Canucks

+2500

Penguins

+2800

5-2

Canucks

+1700

Penguins

+1700

5-3

Canucks

+2200

Penguins

+2400

5-4

Canucks

+2000

Penguins

+2000

6-0

Canucks

+11000

Penguins

+11000

6-1

Canucks

+6000

Penguins

+6000

6-2

Canucks

+3300

Penguins

+3300

6-3

Canucks

+2900

Penguins

+3000

6-4

Canucks

+4500

Penguins

+5000

6-5

Canucks

+5000

Penguins

+5000

7-1

Canucks

+10000

Penguins

+10000

7-2

Canucks

+8000

Penguins

+9000

7-3

Canucks

+5500

Penguins

+6000

7-4

Canucks

+6600

Penguins

+6600

7-5

Canucks

+10000

Penguins

+11000

7-6

Canucks

+11000

Penguins

+11000

8-2

Canucks

+13000

Penguins

+14000

8-3

Canucks

+13000

Penguins

+14000

8-4

Canucks

+11000

Penguins

+12000

8-5

Canucks

+14000

Penguins

+14000

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Vancouver Canucks vs Pittsburgh Penguins Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

The Moneyline odds about Pittsburgh Penguins triumphing is priced at -111 and you can get Vancouver Canucks at -108. According to the top sportsbooks, the home team have an implied probability of 53%.

The puck line is calculated to be 1.5, while total goals comes in at 6.5. The Totals offers hockey bettors an alternative way of getting involved. If you want to back Over 6.5, it’s +106.

Consider every angle when placing your bets. The best NHL sportsbooks offer a huge selection of game lines and team props and it’s all about finding a wager which matches your prediction of the clash.

Moneyline

Canucks

-108

Penguins

-111

3-Way Moneyline

Canucks

+143

Tie

+325

Penguins

+148

Puck Line

Canucks +1.5

-278

Penguins -1.5

+220

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-130

Over 6.5

+106

As an alternative to the game lines, check out the player prop bets that are available. It’s especially great if you have a view when it comes to Blocked Shots, Goaltender Saves or Shutouts while there are lots of other options.

There are always opportunities to enjoy NHL micro betting. It’s generally the case that you will find team and player props in-game and bettors can use their insight to wager on outcomes such as the Next Goal or Next Goalscorer.

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Vancouver Canucks Stats

Pittsburgh Penguins Stats

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 3 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 3 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 8 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.50 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 7.10 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.90 goals and allowed 2.60 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.90 pts and allowed 3.20 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.60 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.50 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.30 goals and allowed 2.30 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.70 goals and allowed 2.80 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 25
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 8.9
• Blocks: 11.2
• Faceoff Wins : 25.6
• Hits: 22.8
• Giveaways: 15.4
• Takeaways: 3.6

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.8
• Shots: 27.3
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.1
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 9
• Blocks: 11.5
• Faceoff Wins : 26.3
• Hits: 25.9
• Giveaways: 14.9
• Takeaways: 3.4

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.8
• Shots: 26.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.1
• Empty Net Goals: 0.5
• Penalty Minutes: 6.2
• Blocks: 12.5
• Faceoff Wins : 24.9
• Hits: 18.4
• Giveaways: 17.2
• Takeaways: 3.7

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 27.2
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 6.3
• Blocks: 14.6
• Faceoff Wins : 30.8
• Hits: 22.8
• Giveaways: 19.2
• Takeaways: 5.4

Injuries & Suspensions

Starting Lineups

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