The Detroit Red Wings will take on the Pittsburgh Penguins in an NHL preseason game on Friday, September 26, 2025. The game will be held at PPG Paints Arena and is set to start at 7:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on SN PT as the Red Wings, with a record of 2-0-0, visit the Penguins, who are 0-1-1 this preseason.

Red Wings vs. Penguins Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Detroit Red Wings 135. The Red Wings have started the preseason strong with a 2-0-0 record. The Penguins have struggled at home with a 0-1-1 record, making the Red Wings a good value pick.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 5.5 (-142). The Red Wings are averaging 4 goals per game in the preseason, while the Penguins have allowed an average of 2 goals per game. This suggests a high-scoring game.

Team Trends

• The game is part of the NHL Preseason.
• Detroit Red Wings have a perfect record of 2-0-0 in the preseason.
• Pittsburgh Penguins are still seeking their first win with a record of 0-1-1.
• The game will take place at PPG Paints Arena.
• Fans can watch the game on SN PT.

Red Wings vs Penguins Preview

The Detroit Red Wings head into PPG Paints Arena with a perfect 2-0-0 record. They have been strong in the preseason, scoring 8 goals over 2 games. Their offense has been effective, with 14 assists and 83 shots on goal so far.

The Pittsburgh Penguins are still searching for their first win of the preseason. They have a record of 0-1-1 and have scored only 2 goals in their games. The Penguins will aim to improve their performance at home against the Red Wings.

Pittsburgh Penguins: Early Season Insights

The Pittsburgh Penguins have begun the 2026 preseason with a focus on both offense and defense. In two games, they have scored 2 goals, averaging 1.0 per game. They have also managed 3 assists, leading to a 1.5 assists per game average. On the defensive side, the Penguins have allowed 4 goals, averaging 2.0 per game. They have accumulated 29 penalty minutes over these games. The team has yet to record a takeaway, which is an area they may want to improve. In the 2025 regular season, Sidney Crosby led the team with 33 goals and 58 assists. Kris Letang was a defensive standout with 120 hits and 100 blocks. Tristan Jarry was strong in goal with 16 wins and 2 shutouts.

Detroit Red Wings: Preseason Performance and Key Players

The Detroit Red Wings have started the 2026 preseason with a strong offense. They have scored 8 goals in two games, averaging 4.0 per game. Their assists are also high, with 14 total, leading to a 7.0 average per game. On defense, the Red Wings have allowed 4 goals, averaging 2.0 per game. They have 16 penalty minutes, which is less than their opponents. They managed 3 takeaways, showing their ability to regain control of the puck. Key players from the 2025 season include Dylan Larkin and Alex DeBrincat. Larkin scored 30 goals and had 40 assists, while DeBrincat added 39 goals and 31 assists. In goal, Cam Talbot recorded 21 wins with 2 shutouts.

Final Betting Pick

The Detroit Red Wings have been strong in the preseason, winning both of their games. They have scored 4 goals per game, showing good offensive power. On the road, they have proven to be effective, which makes them a good pick for the money line at 135.

The Pittsburgh Penguins have struggled at home with a 0-1-1 record. They have allowed 2 goals per game, which could lead to a high-scoring game. With the Red Wings’ scoring ability, betting on the over 5.5 at -142 seems reasonable. Both teams’ stats suggest that a high total is likely.

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