Edmonton Oilers vs Pittsburgh Penguins 12/16/25 NHL Free Pick

Alright folks, let's dive into the matchup between the Edmonton Oilers and the Pittsburgh Penguins. We've got two teams hungry for a win, so let's break down the stats and see where the smart money might be.

The Edmonton Oilers are coming off a tough loss in their last game, but they're sitting pretty at 4th place in the standings. With 15 wins and 12 losses, they've been holding their own this season. Their home record of 8-3 is solid, but their away record of 7-9 shows they can be vulnerable on the road. The Oilers have been scoring well, with 110 points for and 114 points against, giving them a points differential of -0.12.

On the other side, the Pittsburgh Penguins are in a bit of a slump, having lost their last 5 games. They're currently in 5th place in the standings with 14 wins and 8 losses. Their home record is 6-5, while their away record is an impressive 8-3. The Penguins have scored 99 points and conceded 96, resulting in a points differential of 0.10.

In terms of power ratings, the Oilers have a rating of -47.34 with a win percentage of 0.455, while the Penguins have a rating of -43.14 with a win percentage of 0.452. Both teams are fairly evenly matched in this regard, with the Oilers having a slightly better win percentage but a lower power rating.

Now, let's talk about the game odds. The Penguins are favored at home with odds of -133, while the Oilers are the underdogs at +112. The point spread is set at 1.0 in favor of the Penguins, and the over/under is 6.5.

In terms of betting strategy, the Oilers might be worth a look as underdogs, especially considering the Penguins' recent losing streak. However, the Penguins have a strong home record and will be looking to turn things around, so they shouldn't be counted out either.

Ultimately, this game could go either way, but the smart money might be on the Penguins to break their losing streak and come out on top. But hey, in hockey, anything can happen, so buckle up and enjoy the game!

The predicted final score is for the Pittsburgh Penguins beating the visiting Edmonton Oilers 4-3.

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Edmonton vs Pittsburgh Betting Odds

Spread, Total, Moneyline. It's important to note that betting odds can change leading up to the game, so be sure to check for updates.

Team	Spread	ML	Total
Edmonton	-1 +173	-142	o6.5 -112
Pittsburgh	+1 -205	+122	u6.5 -112

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