Detroit Red Wings vs. Florida Panthers Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/17/2024]

The Florida Panthers will square off with the Detroit Red Wings in NHL action at Amerant Bank Arena on Wednesday, beginning at 7:00PM ET.

Dimers.com's comprehensive betting preview for Wednesday's Red Wings vs. Panthers matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Red Wings vs. Panthers Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used trusted machine learning and data to simulate the outcome of Wednesday's NHL matchup between the Red Wings and Panthers 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of NHL picks.

Our popular predictive analytics model gives the Panthers a 62% chance of defeating the Red Wings.

According to our model, the Red Wings (+1.5) have a 60% chance of covering the puck line, while the Over/Under total of 6.5 goals has a 51% chance of going under.

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Red Wings vs. Panthers Odds

We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Red Wings	Panthers
Puck Line	+1.5 (-140)	-1.5 (+120)
Moneyline	+172	-205
Total	o6.5 (-114)	u6.5 (-105)

• The Panthers are currently -1.5 favorites against the Red Wings, with +120 at DraftKings Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Red Wings (+1.5) to cover the puck line, BetMGM Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -140.
• DraftKings currently has the best moneyline odds for the Panthers at -205. That means you can risk $205 to win $100 for a total payout of $305 if they get the W.
• FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Red Wings at +172, where you can bet $100 to profit $172, earning a total payout of $272 if they win.
• The Over/Under is set at 6.5 with FanDuel, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -114, while BetMGM currently has the best odds for the Under at -105.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

As always, check out all the legal sports betting sites that are available in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

Red Wings vs. Panthers Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have found the best betting picks for this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Puck Line	Red Wings +1.5	-140
Moneyline	Red Wings	+172
Total	Under 6.5	-105

While the Panthers are more likely to win the game, taking the Red Wings moneyline is the best option because of the 1.3% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently available.

Taking advantage of the edges published here at Dimers is crucial to achieving long-term profitability as a bettor.

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Red Wings vs. Panthers Player Props

Who will score the first goal in Red Wings vs. Panthers?

According to our model, Florida's Carter Verhaeghe is most likely to score the first goal in Red Wings vs. Panthers.

Our projections give Verhaeghe a 9.0% chance of scoring the first goal at Amerant Bank Arena, while the Panthers star is a 43.5% chance of registering an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Detroit Red Wings

Player	First Goal Probability
Dylan Larkin	7.6%
David Perron	4.6%
Alex DeBrincat	4.5%
Lucas Raymond	4.1%
Robby Fabbri	3.8%

Florida Panthers

Player	First Goal Probability
Carter Verhaeghe	9.0%
Sam Reinhart	8.6%
Matthew Tkachuk	7.2%
Sam Bennett	5.6%
Eetu Luostarinen	3.9%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Detroit Red Wings

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Dylan Larkin	37.1%
Alex DeBrincat	25.8%
David Perron	25.6%
Lucas Raymond	21.9%
Robby Fabbri	21.6%

Florida Panthers

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Carter Verhaeghe	43.5%
Sam Reinhart	43.1%
Matthew Tkachuk	36.8%
Sam Bennett	28.3%
Eetu Luostarinen	21.5%
Don't forget, our model updates regularly, so check this page for any changes to our betting insights before the Red Wings vs. Panthers on Wednesday January 17, 2024.

Red Wings vs. Panthers Game Information

Wednesday's action between the Panthers and Red Wings at Amerant Bank Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: Detroit Red Wings vs. Florida Panthers
• Date: Wednesday January 17, 2024
• Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
• Venue: Amerant Bank Arena

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Conclusion

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