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Posted at 9:00 AM ET. Odds are subject to change.

Pittsburgh over Seattle

4:00 PM ET. Seattle’s recent form is troubling. The Kraken have dropped three of their last four games, and their inability to generate consistent offense was on full display in Thursday’s 3-0 loss to Washington. Dan Bylsma’s squad managed just 22 shots on goal, struggling to create quality scoring opportunities against a disciplined Capitals team. This was not an isolated incident: over their last five games, the Kraken have averaged just 2.2 goals per game, a glaring issue for a team that relies on its depth scoring to stay competitive.

Meanwhile, the Penguins have shown flashes of competence during their current seven-game road trip. Yes, they’ve been inconsistent, but a 5-1 win over Los Angeles earlier this week highlighted what this team is capable of when its offense and goaltending align. Alex Nedeljkovic, who has started two of the past four games, has been solid in net despite facing a heavy workload. His 29-save performance against Anaheim in Thursday’s loss kept the game from becoming a blowout.

The Penguins are also no strangers to playing in high-stakes environments. With their playoff hopes hanging by a thread, Pittsburgh’s urgency level is through the roof. Kyle Dubas made it clear this road trip is a make-or-break moment for the team, and while that kind of pressure can weigh heavy, it also tends to bring out the best in battle-tested veterans like Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin.

Seattle’s home ice hasn’t been the fortress it once was. The Kraken are 10-12-2 at Climate Pledge Arena this season and have struggled to contain teams with speed and skill. Pittsburgh’s roster may not be as dynamic as it once was, but they still possess the tools to exploit Seattle’s vulnerabilities. The Kraken are also dealing with injuries, most notably to Chandler Stephenson, who left Thursday’s game with a hand injury and is doubtful for Saturday.

The Penguins’ lineup is not without its own concerns—Bryan Rust’s availability remains in question—but Pittsburgh’s depth has stepped up in key moments during this road trip. Michael Bunting, Jake Guentzel, and even defensemen like Kris Letang have provided timely scoring, giving Pittsburgh a more balanced attack than they’ve shown in previous stretches.

This matchup feels like a toss-up, yet the Penguins are priced as if they’re clearly inferior to the Kraken. In a game where neither team has been able to build much momentum, taking the plus money on the more experienced side is the prudent play.

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