Ottawa Senators vs Florida Panthers Prediction, Picks & Odds | 31 Mar 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Senators vs Panthers

The Ottawa Senators clash with the Florida Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena, with face-off scheduled for 19:00 on Tuesday, March 31.

We can’t resist going for the Senators on the 3-Way Moneyline. Our betting prediction is a confident one and there are odds of -100 available that they beat the Panthers in regulation time.

Ottawa Senators have been defeated in back-to-back games. On the road, they recently suffered a 4-2 loss against Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena. Jordan Spence and Dylan Cozens scored one goal apiece. Goalie James Reimer was red hot in this one, making 23 saves (1.000).

Florida Panthers have suffered defeat in their last three games. Most recently, a 3-1 scoreline occurred on the road at Madison Square Garden against New York Rangers. Panthers managed 28 shots and Mackie Samoskevich recorded the only goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Panthers have beaten the Sens in the last two encounters. A 6-2 victory at Amerant Bank Arena was followed by a 3-2 win at Canadian Tire Centre. The previous 10 H2H meetings have involved the Panthers winning eight times.

Starting Goalies

Linus Ullmark (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	23-10-8	2.8	.889	2
23/24	22-10-5	2.57	.915	2

Sergei Bobrovsky (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	26-21-1	3	.879	4
23/24	36-17-3	2.37	.915	6

6 wins, 3 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.0 goals from 30.3 shots on goal, with a 18.0% powerplay efficiency. The Sens have given up 2.5 goals from 24.0 shots, averaging 3.8 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 89.5%.

Drake Batherson is the top points scorer with 8 points, 6 goals and 2 assists, with Brady Tkachuk racking up 8 points, 3 goals and 5 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Linus Ullmark have a 2.28 goal against average with a .911 save percentage, including one shutout.

The Panthers have 4 wins and 6 losses, averaging 2.4 goals from 23.7 shots on goal, with a 12.0% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 3.4 goals from 30.2 shots, averaging 3.0 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 80.0%.

The top points scorer is Matthew Tkachuk with 10 points, 4 goals and 6 assists, while Carter Verhaeghe is next best after having 6 points, 4 goals and 2 assists. Goalie Sergei Bobrovsky have a 2.35 GAA with a .901 SV%, including one shutout.

Ottawa Senators vs Florida Panthers Prediction & Picks

Get fully prepped for Ottawa Senators vs Florida Panthers with our betting guide, featuring our expert match pick, predicted scoreline and a value-focused bet builder. Read on for the full breakdown.

Game Prediction

There is merit in simply backing Ottawa Senators to beat their opponents in regulation time when it comes to this NHL clash. Especially as odds of -100 are available for this value pick.

Injuries are always factored in by the handicappers at Sportsgambler.com. Our hockey picks are also shaped by recent form, with up-to-date stats playing a key role before any NHL selections are locked in.

Key Senators vs Panthers stats:

• Senators have won 7 of their last 10 games on the road.
• Senators have won 13 of their last 20 games.
• Panthers have lost 4 of their last 5 games.
• Panthers have lost 13 of their last 20 games.
• Panthers have lost their last 3 games.

Sens 3-Way Moneyline Probability

According to the top NHL sportsbooks, there’s a 50% likelihood of our pick landing a return. However, our research has found that the actual probability is between 55-60%. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Senators 4 - 2 Panthers

There are betting odds of +1400 that the Senators land a 4-2 victory. The correct score option is popular due to the potential return that can be achieved.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Senators

Panthers

1-0

Senators

+5000

Panthers

+5500

2-0

Senators

+4000

Panthers

+5000

2-1

Senators

+1300

Panthers

+1500

3-0

Senators

+2500

Panthers

+4000

3-1

Senators

+1600

Panthers

+2200

3-2

Senators

+800

Panthers

+950

4-0

Senators

+3000

Panthers

+5000

4-1

Senators

+1300

Panthers

+2000

4-2

Senators

+1400

Panthers

+1800

4-3

Senators

+1000

Panthers

+1150

5-0

Senators

+5000

Panthers

+10000

5-1

Senators

+1900

Panthers

+3500

5-2

Senators

+1400

Panthers

+2200

5-3

Senators

+2200

Panthers

+2800

5-4

Senators

+2000

Panthers

+2200

6-0

Senators

+8000

Panthers

+14000

6-1

Senators

+4000

Panthers

+8000

6-2

Senators

+2500

Panthers

+4500

6-3

Senators

+2500

Panthers

+4000

6-4

Senators

+4500

Panthers

+5500

6-5

Senators

+5000

Panthers

+5500

7-1

Senators

+7000

Panthers

+14000

7-2

Senators

+6000

Panthers

+11000

7-3

Senators

+5000

Panthers

+7500

7-4

Senators

+6000

Panthers

+8000

7-5

Senators

+10000

Panthers

+12000

7-6

Senators

+12000

Panthers

+13000

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Ottawa Senators vs Florida Panthers Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Sportsbooks’ favorites Ottawa Senators are regarded as likeliest victors for this game and the -169 about them triumphing means a 63% chance based on their current Moneyline betting odds. Florida Panthers are the underdogs at +140 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.

1.5 is where the puck line lies, with total goals being 5.5 right now. The Totals offers hockey bettors an alternative way of getting involved. If you're keen on Over 5.5, this selection is available at -139.

There are hundreds of game lines and team props when it comes to wagering on the National Hockey League and we recommend visiting the top betting sites to find the wager that matches your view on the game.

Moneyline

Senators

-169

Panthers

+140

3-Way Moneyline

Senators

-100

Tie

+330

Panthers

+215

Puck Line

Senators -1.5

+152

Panthers +1.5

-189

Total Goals

Under 5.5

+112

Over 5.5

-139

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Ottawa Senators Stats

Florida Panthers Stats

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 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 3 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 9 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.60 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 5.60 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 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.00 goals and allowed 2.60 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.20 pts and allowed 2.40 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.90 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.20 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 5.5: Covered in 5 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 2.50 goals and allowed 3.40 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.20 goals and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 30.3
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 8.5
• Blocks: 14.1
• Faceoff Wins : 29.7
• Hits: 25.2
• Giveaways: 15.4
• Takeaways: 5.7

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 30.3
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 10
• Blocks: 13.3
• Faceoff Wins : 26.8
• Hits: 21.1
• Giveaways: 14.3
• Takeaways: 4.8

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 23.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 9
• Blocks: 15.3
• Faceoff Wins : 23.5
• Hits: 24.5
• Giveaways: 15
• Takeaways: 4.4

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 28.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 7.7
• Blocks: 15.5
• Faceoff Wins : 28.1
• Hits: 25.7
• Giveaways: 15.3
• Takeaways: 4.9

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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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