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Seattle Kraken vs Detroit Red Wings Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: January 12, 2025 at 3:00 PM ET

Venue: Little Caesars Arena — Detroit, MI

Article updated Jan 12, 1:15 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Seattle Kraken will face off against the Detroit Red Wings in a matchup where both teams are looking to improve on challenging seasons. The Kraken, with an 18-22-3

Game outlook

The Seattle Kraken will face off against the Detroit Red Wings in a matchup where both teams are looking to improve on challenging seasons. The Kraken, with an 18-22-3 record, have struggled recently with only three wins in their last 10 games, placing them second to last in the Pacific Division. On the other hand, the Red Wings are 19-18-4 and have gained momentum with six consecutive wins, moving them into fifth place in the Atlantic Division. Detroit is the betting favorite with a -148 opening line, now sitting at -147. Check out our Kraken vs Red Wings prediction to see who will come out on top in this matchup and take advantage of Sportsbook bonuses to maximize your profits.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Kraken +130 | Red Wings -147

Spread: Kraken +1.5 (-203) | Red Wings -1.5 (+173)

Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Detroit will win straight-up is 60%.

Seattle Kraken

The Seattle Kraken are having a challenging season both offensively and defensively. Their offense is struggling to score goals, with only four skaters contributing significantly to their goal tally. The defense is also letting them down, allowing opponents to score with ease. Goaltender Philipp Grubauer has also been struggling with a low save percentage and goals-against average. Seattle currently has a power ranking of 22, ranking 22 in offense and 25 in defense. With a record of 17-22-3 this season, the Kraken have room for improvement in order to turn their season around. For those struggling with hockey betting, there are NHL Picks available to help increase chances of winning.

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Detroit Red Wings Analysis

The Detroit Red Wings have struggled on offense this season but have shown improvement lately, scoring 25 goals in their last six games. Key players like Alex DeBrincat, Lucas Raymond, and Dylan Larkin have been leading the charge with a total of 52 goals and 62 assists. The defense, however, has been a weak point, allowing an average of 3.20 goals per game. Goaltender Cam Talbot has also been struggling with a save percentage of .901. Despite these challenges, the team has an overall record of 19-18-4 and a power ranking of 15. If you're looking to make some bets this season, consider using the services of our top NHL handicappers. The Red Wings are ranked #25 for offense and #23 for defense, and have a recent 1-0-2 record against Seattle.

Detroit Red Wings Favored to Defeat Seattle Kraken at Home in Next Game

The Detroit Red Wings are prepared to face the Seattle Kraken in an upcoming game, aiming to maintain their strong performance thus far. The Red Wings are expected to capitalize on their offensive prowess, led by players such as Dylan Larkin and Alex DeBrincat, to generate scoring opportunities against the Kraken, who have a tendency to allow goals. Additionally, the Red Wings' defensive unit, featuring standout players like Moritz Seider and Simon Edvinsson, is poised to stifle the Kraken's offense and limit their shots on goal. The combination of offensive proficiency and defensive prowess should enable the Red Wings to secure a victory in front of their home crowd. Considering these factors, it is recommended to take the Red Wings money line as the favored team at home.

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SportsJaw Kraken vs Red Wings archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Kraken vs Red Wings matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Seattle Kraken+125 → +150Moved
  • Moneyline · Detroit Red Wings-148 → -170Moved
  • Spread · Seattle Kraken+1.5 (-198) → +1.5 (-175)Moved
  • Spread · Detroit Red Wings-1.5 (+164) → -1.5 (+150)Moved
  • Total · Over5.5 (-110) → 6 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under5.5 (-110) → 6 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Seattle Kraken
4-6-0 ATS · 7-3-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Detroit Red Wings
5-4 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 7-2-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-12T06:15:32.617Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

No completed head-to-head result is available in the current history window.

Final result

Matchup pick recap

Detroit Red Wings defeated Seattle Kraken 6-2

Detroit Red Wings defeated Seattle Kraken 6-2 on January 12, 2025, a 4-goal decision in the series. Detroit Red Wings' strongest period was the 1st period, when it outscored its opponent 4-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Seattle Kraken +1.5 (-175) spread, Detroit Red Wings covered, while the 8 combined goals finished over the recorded total of 6.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • DtownsendMoneyline · Detroit Red Wings -147Win
  • BjenkinsTotal · Under 6 (-110)Loss
  • SimonsaysMoneyline · Seattle Kraken +130Loss
  • MookiebetsTotal · Under 6 (-110)Loss
  • NutinbutlocksMoneyline · Seattle Kraken +130Loss
  • JtgarciaMoneyline · Seattle Kraken +130Loss
  • BillywatersMoneyline · Seattle Kraken +130Loss
  • Altuve27Moneyline · Detroit Red Wings -150Win
  • CoolioMoneyline · Seattle Kraken +130Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Over 6 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkMoneyline · Seattle Kraken +130Loss
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 6 (-110)Win