The Florida Panthers visit the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday, October 22, 2026. Looking at the records, Florida holds a solid 5-3, while Pittsburgh has struggled at 3-6. This suggests the Panthers are the stronger team heading into this matchup.
The betting odds reinforce that view. Florida is favored to cover the 1.5-goal spread at -250, meaning you’d need to risk $250 to win $100 if you back the Panthers on the puck line. The Penguins are the underdog at +205 on the spread, so a bet on Pittsburgh to keep it close or win by two or more goals would pay well.
Moneyline odds are close: Florida at -105 and Pittsburgh at -115. This means a straight bet on the winner is almost even money, with a slight edge on Pittsburgh at home. The tight moneyline suggests the game could be competitive despite the records.
The total is set at 6.5 goals, with the over priced at -135 and the under at +114. The favorite odds on the over indicate bettors expect a fairly high-scoring game, but the under still offers a decent payout if you think defenses will hold strong.
In summary, Florida looks like the better team and the safer pick to cover the spread. However, Pittsburgh’s home ice and close moneyline odds suggest they won’t go down easily. For those who like scoring, the over is favored, but the under carries value if you expect a tighter defensive battle.