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Mammoth vs. Red Wings prediction: Detroit favored to win Wednesday's NHL matchup [12/17/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Utah Mammoth vs Detroit Red Wings predictions for NHL Wednesday.
The Detroit Red Wings will take on the Utah Mammoth, in what is expected to be a tight NHL game, at Little Caesars Arena on Wednesday, starting at 7:30 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives the Red Wings a slight edge with a 52% win probability over the Mammoth.
This article offers a closer look at Wednesday's Mammoth vs. Red Wings matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Mammoth vs. Red Wings prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Wednesday's NHL game between the Mammoth and the Red Wings 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Red Wings a 52% chance of beating the Mammoth.
According to our model, the Mammoth (+1.5) have a 68% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has a 51% chance of staying under.
Mammoth vs. Red Wings odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Mammoth | Red Wings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-235) | -1.5 (+205) |
| Moneyline | +100 | -115 |
| Total | o6 (-110) | u6 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Mammoth vs. Red Wings picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Red Wings -1.5 | +205 |
| Moneyline | Red Wings | -115 |
| Total | Under 6 | -110 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Red Wings -1.5 at the spread.
Mammoth vs. Red Wings player props
Who will score a goal in Mammoth vs. Red Wings?
According to our model, Alex DeBrincat is most likely to score an anytime goal in Mammoth vs. Red Wings.
Our projections give DeBrincat a 41.3% chance of scoring a goal at Little Caesars Arena, while the star is an 8.2% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Utah Mammoth
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Clayton Keller | 33.0% |
| Dylan Guenther | 32.2% |
| JJ Peterka | 32.0% |
| Nick Schmaltz | 25.2% |
| Lawson Crouse | 22.8% |
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 41.3% |
| Dylan Larkin | 35.1% |
| Lucas Raymond | 30.6% |
| Emmitt Finnie | 23.0% |
| James van Riemsdyk | 19.9% |
First goal scorer predictions
Utah Mammoth
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| JJ Peterka | 6.5% |
| Clayton Keller | 6.5% |
| Dylan Guenther | 6.3% |
| Lawson Crouse | 4.3% |
| Nick Schmaltz | 4.2% |
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 8.2% |
| Dylan Larkin | 7.1% |
| Lucas Raymond | 5.8% |
| Emmitt Finnie | 4.1% |
| James van Riemsdyk | 3.8% |
Mammoth vs. Red Wings game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's game between the Red Wings and Mammoth at Little Caesars Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM ET.
- Who: Utah Mammoth vs. Detroit Red Wings
- Date: Wednesday, December 17, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Red Wings, with a 52% win probability, will likely beat the Mammoth on Wednesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Mammoth vs. Red Wings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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