Seattle Kraken vs Detroit Red Wings NHL Betting Prediction

NHL Seattle Kraken vs Detroit Red Wings Prediction 1/12/2025

The Seattle Kraken (18-22-3) travel to face off against the Detroit Red Wings (19-18-4) on Sunday, January 12th. This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit and televised on NHLN. The Red Wings are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Kraken are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Bruins. Puck drop is set for 3:00 ET.

Kraken vs Red Wings

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The Seattle Kraken Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

Seattle’s record dropped to 18-22-3 after a 2-0 loss to the Bruins. The Kraken’s defense struggled early, giving up both goals in the first period, with the first coming just 3:23 into the game.

Seattle was the underdog on the puck line, and the total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short of that mark. The Kraken’s offense was quiet, managing only 23 shots on goal.

The Detroit Red Wings Are Coming Off A Win

With a 2-1 win over the Sabres, the Red Wings moved above .500, improving to 19-18-4. Detroit was favored on the puck line at -1.5 goals, but the game’s total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5 goal line.

After trailing 1-0 in the first period, the Red Wings responded with two goals in the second, both from Dylan Larkin. Detroit’s defense held the Sabres scoreless the rest of the way.

Seattle Offense Breakdown

Seattle’s offense was shut out in their 2-0 loss to Boston. The Kraken managed 23 shots on goal but were unable to find the back of the net, marking the first time this season they failed to score. They also recorded 19 giveaways.

Seattle didn’t score in any period, including the first, where Boston took a 2-0 lead. The Kraken were unable to capitalize on any power play opportunities.

Red Wings Offense Breakdown

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Dylan Larkin netted both of Detroit’s goals in their 2-1 win over Buffalo, bringing his season total to 7. The Red Wings were shut out in the first period before Larkin scored twice in the second, with his first coming 7:49 into the period and his second at the 14:38 mark.

Detroit took 23 shots on goal and converted twice on the power play. Lucas Raymond picked up his 10th assist of the season on Larkin’s second goal, while Patrick Kane added his 6th assist.

Seattle Team Defense

Seattle’s defense gave up an early goal just 3:23 into the first period, followed by another at the 10:03 mark, leading to a 2-0 loss to Boston. Joey Daccord made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, while the defense recorded 4 takeaways and 18 hits.

Detroit Team Defense

Cam Talbot made 31 saves with a 96.9% save percentage, while the defense recorded 4 takeaways and 11 hits. After giving up the first goal at 11:39 in the first period, the Red Wings didn’t allow another, securing a 2-1 win over the Sabres.

Kraken vs Red Wings Trends

  • Across their five previous road games, Seattle has an puck line mark of 2-3. Their straight up record in these matchups was 2-3 while averaging 3 goals per game.
  • Across their ten previous home games, Detroit has an puck line mark of 7-3. Their straight up record in these matchups was 6-4 while averaging 3 goals per game.
  • The Red Wings have played well in their last three games as the betting underdog, going 3-0 straight up and 3-0 against the spread.
  • Going back to their previous three games as the favorite, Seattle has an puck line mark of 0-3 while going 0-3 straight up.

Kraken vs Red Wings Prediction

If you’re looking for a moneyline pick, my choice is the Red Wings to take down the Kraken at home. With the moneyline currently at -152, I’m placing my bet on the Red Wings straight-up.

For my recommended choice in the puck line, I’m leaning towards the Kraken to cover. Even if the Red Wings secure a straight-up win, this game is expected to be tightly contested, and the Kraken should cover the puck line.

With an over/under line sitting at 6 goals, we like this game to surpass that mark and recommend getting a bet down on the over.


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