Chicago Blackhawks vs Ottawa Senators Prediction, Picks & Odds | 20 Dec 2025

NHL Betting Preview: Blackhawks vs Senators

The Chicago Blackhawks square off against the Ottawa Senators at Canadian Tire Centre, with face-off scheduled for 15:00 on Saturday, December 20.

We’re backing the Senators on the -1.5 puck line at -106 against the Blackhawks. We’re confident that this betting prediction will land a return.

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Chicago Blackhawks have now lost five straight road games. When they last took to the ice, Montreal Canadiens won 4-1 at Bell Centre. Frank Nazar found the net from 15 Hawks shots.

Ottawa Senators have enjoyed back-to-back wins, most recently beating Pittsburgh Penguins 4-0. It was a home success at Canadian Tire Centre. Brady Tkachuk scored two goals, with David Perron and Claude Giroux also scoring. Linus Ullmark made 24 saves for his shutout.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Hawks have claimed victories in the last two encounters against the Sens. At Canadian Tire Centre, the scoreline was 4-3 (OT) and then we saw 7-3 at United Center. The Hawks have triumphed in eight of the previous 10 clashes between these teams.

Starting Goalies

Spencer Knight (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	10-9-5	2.6	.914	2

Linus Ullmark (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	13-8-4	2.9	.884	1
23/24	22-10-5	2.57	.915	2

3 wins, 6 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 1.9 goals from 24.7 shots on goal, with a 12.9% powerplay efficiency. The Hawks have given up 3.4 goals from 29.9 shots, averaging 3.3 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 87.9%.

Connor Bedard is the top points scorer with 11 points, 5 goals and 6 assists, with Tyler Bertuzzi recording 6 points, 4 goals and 2 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Spencer Knight have a 2.75 goal against average with a .900 save percentage, including one shutout.

The Sens have 4 wins and 6 losses, averaging 3.0 goals from 30.2 shots on goal, with a 23.8% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 3.0 goals from 26.0 shots, averaging 3.5 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 82.9%.

The top points scorer is Drake Batherson with 11 points, 5 goals and 6 assists, while Tim Stutzle is next best after having 11 points, 4 goals and 7 assists. Goalie Linus Ullmark have a 2.74 GAA with a .891 SV%, including one shutout.

Chicago Blackhawks vs Ottawa Senators Prediction & Picks

The Chicago Blackhawks vs Ottawa Senators betting tips feature sharp analysis across major markets, including a key match prediction, correct score guidance and a ready-made bet builder.

Game Prediction

Head to the spread betting and back Ottawa Senators at -1.5. We’re expecting them to beat their opponents by two goals or more and our selection is priced at -106.

The handicappers at Sportsgambler.com always keep close tabs on team news as it develops. We also rely on recent form and key NHL stats to help shape our hockey predictions and guide the final call.

Key Blackhawks vs Senators stats:

• The +1.5 line hasn’t been covered by Blackhawks in 3 of their last 5 games on the road.

Sens -1.5 Probability

The top betting apps make it a 51.5% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. Taking all factors into consideration, our cappers think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we can recommend this hockey wager.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Blackhawks 1 - 3 Senators

We’ve found an attractive bet at odds of +1300 and it involves the Senators winning 3-1. We like a wager on correct score as there’s the chance to bank a bigger return.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Blackhawks

Senators

1-0

Blackhawks

+5000

Senators

+3500

2-0

Blackhawks

+5000

Senators

+3000

2-1

Blackhawks

+1500

Senators

+1050

3-0

Blackhawks

+4500

Senators

+1800

3-1

Blackhawks

+2400

Senators

+1300

3-2

Blackhawks

+1050

Senators

+750

4-0

Blackhawks

+6600

Senators

+2000

4-1

Blackhawks

+2500

Senators

+950

4-2

Blackhawks

+2400

Senators

+1300

4-3

Blackhawks

+1500

Senators

+1100

5-0

Blackhawks

+13000

Senators

+3500

5-1

Blackhawks

+5000

Senators

+1400

5-2

Blackhawks

+3000

Senators

+1300

5-3

Blackhawks

+4000

Senators

+2200

5-4

Blackhawks

+3300

Senators

+2400

6-0

Blackhawks

+3300

Senators

+5500

6-1

Blackhawks

+13000

Senators

+3300

6-2

Blackhawks

+6600

Senators

+2200

6-3

Blackhawks

+6000

Senators

+2800

6-4

Blackhawks

+8000

Senators

+5500

6-5

Blackhawks

+8000

Senators

+6600

7-0

Blackhawks

+8000

Senators

+9000

7-1

Blackhawks

+8000

Senators

+5500

7-2

Blackhawks

+8000

Senators

+5500

7-3

Blackhawks

+12000

Senators

+5000

7-4

Blackhawks

+12000

Senators

+7000

7-5

Blackhawks

+12000

Senators

+12500

8-0

Blackhawks

+12000

Senators

+13000

8-1

Blackhawks

+12000

Senators

+10000

8-2

Blackhawks

+12000

Senators

+9000

8-3

Blackhawks

+12000

Senators

+11000

8-4

Blackhawks

+12000

Senators

+12000

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Chicago Blackhawks vs Ottawa Senators Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Ottawa Senators have short betting odds and they’re overwhelming -278 favorites for this game. This means the sportsbooks give them a 74% chance of winning. Chicago Blackhawks are the underdogs at +220 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.

The puck line is 1.5, with the total goals line at 5.5. A wager on Totals allows bettors to use the latest data to good effect. If you’re going for Over 5.5, then the odds are -110.

The top NHL sportsbooks offer a wide range of game lines and team props for every matchup. Make sure you look through all the available options before deciding which bet to place.

Moneyline

Blackhawks

+220

Senators

-278

3-Way Moneyline

Blackhawks

+335

Tie

+350

Senators

-152

Puck Line

Blackhawks +1.5

-114

Senators -1.5

-106

Total Goals

Under 5.5

-110

Over 5.5

-110

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Chicago Blackhawks Stats

Ottawa Senators Stats

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 3 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.40 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.10 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 5.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 1.90 goals and allowed 3.50 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.30 pts and allowed 3.80 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.00 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 5.60 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 5.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.00 goals and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.20 goals and allowed 2.40 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 24.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 7.2
• Blocks: 14
• Faceoff Wins : 23.8
• Hits: 15.2
• Giveaways: 14.3
• Takeaways: 5.1

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 24.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 8.9
• Blocks: 13.2
• Faceoff Wins : 25
• Hits: 14.3
• Giveaways: 15.9
• Takeaways: 5.5

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1
• Shots: 30.2
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 7.3
• Blocks: 15
• Faceoff Wins : 29.5
• Hits: 24.6
• Giveaways: 13.8
• Takeaways: 5.5

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1.2
• Shots: 28.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 2.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 6.1
• Blocks: 13.5
• Faceoff Wins : 31.8
• Hits: 22.1
• Giveaways: 13.9
• Takeaways: 4.8

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Injuries & Suspensions

Starting Lineups

Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of face-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.

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