Stars vs Penguins Prediction
The Dallas Stars and Pittsburgh Penguins face off on Tuesday in an NHL showdown at PPG Paints Arena.
Stars Looking for Third Straight Win
The Stars sit with a 3-0-1 record and they have won two games in a row. Each of the last two games have been over by a goal. On Saturday, the Stars faced off against the Philadelphia Flyers and they were able to win 5-4 in overtime. The Stars had five different players that finished with at least one goal. Wyatt Johnston had a strong game finishing with one goal and two assists. The Stars overall this season is averaging 2.75 goals while their defense is giving up 2.25 goals per game.
Stars Betting Trends
- The Stars have lost three of their last four games as favorites following a win.
- The Stars have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last nine games as favorites.
- The Stars have won the second period in three of their last four night games at PPG Paints Arena following a win.
- The 'Over 1.5 Goals Period 3' market has hit in each of the Stars' last seven games following a home win.
Penguins Defense has Struggled
The Penguins sit with a 2-3 record overall and the last two games the defnese has really struggled. Two games ago against the Detroit Red Wings they lost 6-3 and in the last game they lost to the St. Louis Blues 4-2. Tristan Jarry was in goal and he only faced 21 shots and saved only 17 of them. The Penguins overall is averaging 3.2 goals while their defense is giving up 3.2 goals per game. The defense is ranked 17th.
Penguins Betting Trends
- The Penguins have won four of their last five games as home underdogs against opponents on a winning streak.
- The Penguins have failed to cover the puck line in nine of their last 10 games at PPG Paints Arena against opponents on a winning streak.
- The Penguins have lost the second period in six of their last seven games as home underdogs.
- The 'Over 2.5 Goals Period 3' market has hit in each of the Penguins' last six home games.
Shane’s Free Pick
The Stars are going to pick up their fourth win here. The Penguins offense is going to have some major issues getting going against a Stars defense that is giving up 2.25 goals per game. Look for the Stars to score at least three goals here, and that is going to be the difference here as Dallas is going to get the job done. Even on the road, the Stars are going to secure the victory here.
