Seattle Kraken vs Detroit Red Wings Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/18

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The NHL regular season is underway, and the Seattle Kraken are set to visit the Detroit Red Wings. The game takes place at Little Caesars Arena on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+.

The Seattle Kraken come into this game with a record of 9-4-5. They are led by head coach Lane Lambert and hold a strong conference record of 8-2. On the other side, the Detroit Red Wings have a record of 11-8-1. Head coach Todd McLellan will guide the team as they look to improve their 5-5 conference record.

Kraken vs Red Wings Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Seattle Kraken vs. Detroit Red Wings
  • Venue: Little Caesars Arena
  • Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Detroit Red Wings MoneyLine -163, Seattle Kraken MoneyLine +137

Seattle Kraken Team Preview

The Seattle Kraken have had a strong run in their recent games. They won their last game against the San Jose Sharks, 4-1, with Jaden Schwartz scoring twice. In their game against the Winnipeg Jets, they secured a 5-3 win, with Jordan Eberle scoring two goals.

Seattle’s defense has been active, especially in blocking shots. They recorded 25 blocks in their win against the Sharks. Their goaltender, Philipp Grubauer, has been solid, especially in the Sharks game, stopping all 19 shots he faced during his time on the ice.

Looking at Seattle’s key players, Jaden Schwartz leads the team with 14 points. Jordan Eberle and Vince Dunn are also contributing, with 13 and 12 points, respectively. Joey Daccord has been reliable in goal, with 269 saves in 11 games.

Detroit Red Wings Team Preview

The Detroit Red Wings have shown mixed results in recent games. They secured a 2-1 win against the New York Rangers, with Lucas Raymond and Alex DeBrincat each scoring a goal. The team had an impressive 42 shots on goal in that game, showing their offensive strength.

Against the Buffalo Sabres, the Red Wings lost 5-4 despite a strong effort. Alex DeBrincat stood out with two goals, while Moritz Seider added two assists. The team managed 28 shots on goal but could not secure the win.

In their game against the Anaheim Ducks, the Red Wings claimed a 6-3 victory. Alex DeBrincat scored twice, and Dylan Larkin contributed with a goal and an assist. The team was effective on the power play, scoring twice in the game.

BTB Betting Pick

The Detroit Red Wings are the favorites with a moneyline of -163. They have stronger skater stats with 56 goals and 95 assists. The Seattle Kraken, as the underdogs, have a moneyline of +137. The Red Wings are projected to win with a score of 3-2.

The over/under line for the game is set at 5.5. Both teams have been scoring and allowing a fair number of goals. The projected total score is 5, suggesting that taking the under at +102 is a reasonable choice.