January 29, 2025 at 09:35 PM EST
The NHL comes back with a 5-game slate today, and here you can read the NHL Picks for Wednesday 1/29/2025.
Philadelphia Flyers vs New Jersey Devils Prediction 1/29/25 NHL Picks
Flyers at Devils at 7 PM ET
This season, the Philadelphia Flyers have achieved a record of 23-22-6 after their latest triumph against New Jersey, winning 4-2. The Flyers saw their initial 3-0 advantage shrink to 3-2 in the third period, but they managed to extend their lead with an empty net goal. Throughout the game, Philadelphia amassed 26 shots on goal, won 62% of face-offs, and successfully converted 1 of 2 power play chances. The scoring for the Flyers came from Brink, Farabee, Hathaway, and Laughton, while goaltender Ersson made 31 saves on 33 shots.
After their latest game, in which they lost to the Philadelphia Flyers by a score of 4-2, the New Jersey Devils’ record stands at 28-18-6 for the season. The team faced challenges in creating scoring opportunities during the first 38 minutes; however, they did score a goal late in the second period and another in the third, before allowing an empty-net goal that contributed to their defeat. The Devils managed to take 33 shots on goal, won 38% of face-offs, and were unable to capitalize on three power-play chances. Goals were contributed by Meier and Hamilton, while Allen recorded 22 saves out of 25 shots.
The Pick:
New Jersey has secured victories in two of their last three matches; however, their performance over the past three weeks has been subpar. The Devils have struggled to score in recent contests, yet their defensive play has remained robust. Conversely, I have reservations about the Philadelphia defense when playing away. Therefore, I recommend taking the Devils at -1.5.
Los Angeles Kings vs Florida Panthers Prediction 1/29/25 NHL Picks
Kings at Panthers at 7 PM ET
The Kings faced a setback in their latest encounter with the Detroit Red Wings, losing by a score of 5-2. In this match, Quinton Bayfield and Kevin Fiala each contributed a goal. Goalie Darcy Kuemper recorded 23 saves from 27 shots faced. The Kings’ offensive output stands at an average of 2.87 goals per game, while their defense allows an average of 2.51 goals. Offensively, the team is ranked 20th in the league, in contrast to their defense, which holds the 4th position.
During the latest encounter with the Golden Knights, the Panthers recorded only a single goal, while their defense allowed four goals to be scored against them. Anton Lundell was responsible for the team’s only offensive achievement. In goal, Spencer Knight recorded 22 saves out of 25 shots faced. The Panthers’ current average stands at 3.19 goals per game, with their defense yielding an average of 2.98 goals. Offensively, the team ranks 9th in the league, while defensively, they are ranked 16th.
The Pick:
The Panthers have an average of 3.196 goals per game, but they are about to face a Kings team with a top-tier defense that permits only 2.51 goals per game. The Kings, who average 2.87 goals per game, are anticipated to have a tough time generating offensive plays in this matchup. It is expected that both offenses will encounter significant obstacles in scoring, leading to a game total that is likely to be under the line set. Consequently, it is recommended to wager on the Under for this game.
Minnesota Wild vs Toronto Maple Leafs Prediction 1/29/25 NHL Picks
Wild at Maple Leafs at 7 PM ET
The Minnesota Wild approach this contest with the intention of building on their recent 4-2 triumph over the Chicago Blackhawks, which elevates their overall record to 29-17-4 for the season. Kirill Kaprizov is the leading scorer for the Wild, amassing 52 points, which includes a team-high of 23 goals and 29 assists. Following him is Matt Boldy, who has accumulated 45 points, consisting of 18 goals and 27 assists. Marco Rossi also plays a crucial role, contributing 44 points with 17 goals and 27 assists, while Mats Zuccarello has tallied 35 points, featuring 12 goals and 23 assists. Furthermore, Brock Faber has achieved 21 points, with 15 assists this season. In terms of goaltending, Filip Gustavsson has a record of 19-10-3, with a 2.61 GAA and a .913 save percentage, while Marc-Andre Fleury stands at 10-5-1, with a 2.76 GAA and a .904 save percentage. Jesper Wallstedt remains winless, holding a 0-2 record, a 4.09 GAA, and an .843 save percentage.
The Toronto Maple Leafs enter this matchup seeking to recover from a recent 2-1 defeat against the Ottawa Senators, which has brought their season record to 30-18-2. Mitch Marner leads the team with 68 points, comprising 15 goals and a remarkable 53 assists. William Nylander follows with 50 points, including a team-high of 28 goals. John Tavares has accumulated 42 points, with 20 goals and 22 assists, while Auston Matthews has contributed 38 points, featuring 20 goals and 18 assists. Matthew Knies has also made an impact with 31 points, including 18 goals, and Morgan Rielly has added 22 points, consisting of 5 goals and 17 assists. In goal, Anthony Stolarz holds a record of 9-5-2, boasting a 2.13 GAA and a .928 save percentage. Joseph Woll has a record of 17-9, with a 2.67 GAA and a .907 save percentage, while Dennis Hildeby has a 3-3 record, a 3.33 GAA, and an .878 save percentage.
The Pick:
It is reasonable to consider Minnesota, as they have shown strong capabilities while playing away from home this season, arguably making them the premier road team in the NHL. However, a single victory over the Blackhawks does not mitigate the recent issues that have plagued Minnesota. Moreover, Toronto has a tendency to thrive in home games. Therefore, I am convinced that the Maple Leafs’ goaltending will ultimately guide them to victory in this encounter, and I will therefore support Toronto at home.
Vancouver Canucks vs Nashville Predators Prediction 1/29/25 NHL Picks
Canucks at Predators at 9 PM ET
The Vancouver Canucks secured victories against both the Capitals and the Blues. Currently, the team averages 2.84 goals per game and successfully converts 22.6 percent of their power play chances. Jake DeBrusk is the leading scorer for Vancouver with 17 goals, while Quinn Hughes contributes significantly with 42 assists. Conor Garland has recorded 108 shots on goal. In terms of goaltending, Thatcher Demko has conceded 40 goals from 301 shots faced, whereas Kevin Lankinen has allowed 81 goals from 859 shots.
The Nashville Predators emerged victorious against the Sharks but were defeated by the Ducks. The team is currently averaging 2.69 goals per game and has a power play conversion rate of 22.1 percent. Filip Forsberg leads the team with 18 goals, while Roman Josi has recorded 26 assists. Jonathan Marchessault has taken 152 shots on goal. In goal, Juuse Saros has given up 102 goals on 1,012 shots faced, and Justus Annunen has allowed 21 goals on 245 shots.
The Pick:
This season, the Vancouver Canucks have arguably established themselves as the superior team, particularly showcasing their skills on the road with 13 wins to their credit. One could certainly advocate for the Canucks’ capabilities. Nevertheless, the Nashville Predators are currently experiencing their best stretch of hockey, having won seven out of their last ten games, with their offense thriving by netting three or more goals in five of their last six outings. This marks the Predators’ most impressive performance of the season. Additionally, they have already defeated the Canucks this month, achieving a 3-0 victory a few weeks ago. Considering the reasonable odds, I am inclined to support the Predators to maintain their momentum on Wednesday night.
Pittsburgh Penguins vs Utah Hockey Club Prediction 1/29/25 NHL Picks
Penguins at Hockey Club at 9:30 PM ET
The Penguins are encountering considerable difficulties, having lost three straight games. Their recent encounter with the Seattle Kraken resulted in a 4-1 defeat, and they previously lost 2-1. Goalie Alex Nedeljikovic had a commendable performance, saving 26 out of 28 shots. Currently, the Penguins average 2.89 goals per game, while their defense allows an average of 3.59 goals per game. In terms of league standings, the offense is positioned 19th, while the defense is ranked 31st.
In their most recent match against the Ottawa Senators, Utah suffered a defeat with a score of 3-1. Clayton Keller managed to score a goal, which was the sole point for the team. Karel Vejmelka successfully blocked 24 out of 27 shots directed at him. Currently, Utah averages 2.83 goals per game, while their defense concedes an average of 2.96 goals per game. The offensive unit is positioned 22nd in the league rankings, whereas the defensive unit holds the 14th position.
The Pick:
The Penguins’ offense has encountered significant challenges recently, which will likely hinder their performance. Similarly, Utah’s offense is expected to face considerable difficulties. It is anticipated that neither team will exceed two goals, resulting in a final score that remains below the total. Therefore, it is advisable to support the Under in this matchup.