Pittsburgh Penguins at Anaheim Ducks Picks and Predictions for Tuesday, October 14, 2025

By: David Anicetti Published 10/14/2025, 12:00 AM ET

The Pittsburgh Penguins visit the Anaheim Ducks at Honda Center on Tuesday at 10:30 p.m. ET on ESPN+. Pittsburgh is 2–1–0, sitting second in the Metropolitan Division after a 6–1 loss to the Rangers on Saturday. Anaheim is 1–1–0, third in the Pacific Division, and returns home after a 7–6 overtime win in San Jose. Score the winning goals with NHL free picks.

Pittsburgh Penguins Preview

Pittsburgh opened the season with wins over the Rangers and Islanders before dropping its last game. Evgeni Malkin leads the team with 5 points (5 assists), while Justin Brazeau has a team-high 3 goals in three games. Sidney Crosby and Rickard Rakell have added goals as well for the Penguins, and Pittsburgh’s top two lines have carried most of the scoring.

The Penguins have scored on 20% of their power plays and killed 78% of their penalties. In net, Tristan Jarry has a .919 save percentage and a 3.03 goals-against average, and Arturs Silovs owns a 3.01 GAA with one shutout. The defense has allowed just over 30 shots per game, and keeping the area in front of the crease will be important after allowing six goals to New York.

Anaheim Ducks Preview

Anaheim split its first two games on the road and now plays its home opener. Mason McTavish leads the Ducks with 4 points (4 assists), while Beckett Sennecke and Chris Kreider share the team lead with 2 goals each. Leo Carlsson has added 3 points (1 goal, 2 assists) and has looked strong on the top line. The Ducks have averaged nearly 40 shots per game and scored on 40% of their power plays, although their penalty kill is at 66.7%.

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Lukas Dostal is expected to start in goal after posting a .903 save percentage and 3.16 GAA in his first game. Anaheim has been aggressive on offense but has struggled defensively, giving up too many high-quality chances. Staying out of the penalty box and tightening play in their own end will be the main focus in their season opener at home.

Pittsburgh Penguins vs Anaheim Ducks Prediction

Pittsburgh’s experience and stronger goaltending give it an edge in this matchup. The Penguins’ power play can take advantage of Anaheim’s weak penalty kill, and Pittsburgh’s veteran forwards should control the pace. Anaheim can create offense, but defensive mistakes will cost them again. Final Score Prediction: Pittsburgh Penguins win 4–2.