Ottawa Senators vs Nashville Predators Prediction, Picks & Odds | 22 Jan 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Senators vs Predators

The Ottawa Senators square off against the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena, with face-off scheduled for 20:00 on Thursday, January 22.

The Predators should be able to come out on top against the Senators. Our betting prediction is to back them on the Moneyline where an attractive -106 can be landed.

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Ottawa Senators won their previous game 4-1. This was a road victory at Nationwide Arena against Columbus Blue Jackets. Tim Stutzle found the net along with three other players. Goalie James Reimer was red hot in the net, stopping 21 shots (.955).

Nashville Predators were beaten 5-3 at Bridgestone Arena in their last game. This loss at home to Buffalo Sabres was their second straight defeat. Ryan O'Reilly had two goals and Filip Forsberg scored the other. Goalie Justus Annunen played a starring role, stopping 13 shots (1.000).

Head-to-Head Statistics

The scoreline was 4-1 in favor of the Predators when they last played the Sens, with the encounter taking place at Canadian Tire Centre. The Predators have won six of the past 10 games that these teams have played.

Starting Goalies

James Reimer (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	3-3-1	2.9	.870	0
23/24	11-8-2	3.11	.904	2

Juuse Saros (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	21-17-5	3.2	.892	0
23/24	35-24-5	2.86	.906	3

4 wins, 4 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 3.4 goals from 29.4 shots on goal, with a 18.6% powerplay efficiency. The Sens have been giving up 3.7 goals from 23.7 shots, averaging 4.8 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 79.2%.

Jake Sanderson is the top points scorer with 11 points, 2 goals and 9 assists, with Brady Tkachuk racking up 10 points, 5 goals and 5 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Leevi Merilaeinen have a 3.58 goal against average with a .837 save percentage.

The Predators have 5 wins and 5 losses, averaging 2.7 goals from 29.1 shots on goal, with a 13.9% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 3.7 goals from 31.5 shots, averaging 3.5 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 82.9%.

The top points scorer is Ryan O'Reilly with 13 points, 7 goals and 6 assists, while Roman Josi is next best after having 11 points, 4 goals and 7 assists. Goalie Juuse Saros have a 3.35 GAA with a .891 SV%.

Ottawa Senators vs Nashville Predators Prediction & Picks

Our expert Ottawa Senators vs Nashville Predators betting tips include a main match prediction, a correct score pick, standout player prop selections and bet builder advice. Explore each section below for detailed insights.

Game Prediction

We think that Nashville Predators should prove too strong in this NHL encounter. Therefore, we’re confidently wagering the home team to win and there’s lots of juice in the -106 available.

To deliver the best possible hockey predictions, we start by locking in the team news and taking time to review the latest form. There’s also no shortage of data to crunch from the most up-to-date NHL stats available.

Key Senators vs Predators stats:

• Predators have won 7 of their last 10 games at home.
• Predators have won 12 of their last 20 games.
• Senators have lost 6 of their last 10 games.
• Senators have lost 3 of their last 5 games on the road.
• Predators have won 6 of their last 10 games against Senators.

Predators Moneyline Probability

The best betting apps imply that our pick has a 51.5% prospect of winning. In the opinion of our analysts, there’s actually a probability of success closer to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value bet.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Steven Stamkos Over 1.5 Shots -200

Steven Stamkos (Predators) has totaled Over 1.5 shots on goal in 9 of the past 10 games. The stats suggest that he can oblige with our Overs wager and we’re more than happy to take the -200 available.

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Correct Score Prediction

Senators 3 - 4 Predators

Let’s take a chance on the +1000 available that the Predators secure a 4-3 victory. There’s a nice potential return waiting if we’re able to predict the correct score.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Senators

Predators

1-0

Senators

+5500

Predators

+5500

2-0

Senators

+5000

Predators

+5000

2-1

Senators

+1500

Predators

+1500

3-0

Senators

+3400

Predators

+3500

3-1

Senators

+1900

Predators

+2000

3-2

Senators

+850

Predators

+850

4-0

Senators

+4500

Predators

+4500

4-1

Senators

+1600

Predators

+1700

4-2

Senators

+1600

Predators

+1600

4-3

Senators

+1000

Predators

+1000

5-0

Senators

+7500

Predators

+7500

5-1

Senators

+2800

Predators

+2500

5-2

Senators

+1700

Predators

+1700

5-3

Senators

+2200

Predators

+2200

5-4

Senators

+1900

Predators

+1900

6-0

Senators

+11000

Predators

+11000

6-1

Senators

+6000

Predators

+6000

6-2

Senators

+3300

Predators

+3000

6-3

Senators

+2900

Predators

+2800

6-4

Senators

+4500

Predators

+4500

6-5

Senators

+4500

Predators

+4500

7-1

Senators

+10000

Predators

+10000

7-2

Senators

+8000

Predators

+8000

7-3

Senators

+6000

Predators

+5500

7-4

Senators

+6600

Predators

+6000

7-5

Senators

+10000

Predators

+10000

7-6

Senators

+11000

Predators

+11000

8-2

Senators

+14000

Predators

+13000

8-3

Senators

+14000

Predators

+13000

8-4

Senators

+12000

Predators

+11000

8-5

Senators

+14000

Predators

+13000

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Ottawa Senators vs Nashville Predators 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.

When you consider the latest Moneyline odds, you can find Nashville Predators at -104 whereas Ottawa Senators are -115. The hosts have a 51% chance of victory in the eyes of the leading sportsbooks.

The puck line stands at 1.5 and the total goals line is 6.5. The Totals offers hockey bettors an alternative way of getting involved. If you’re wanting to back Over 6.5, the odds are +106.

If you’re wagering on National Hockey League clashes, we recommend heading to the top sportsbooks and scanning through the hundreds of team props and game lines. There’s the opportunity to bet pre-game and in-game.

Moneyline

Senators

-115

Predators

-104

3-Way Moneyline

Senators

+145

Tie

+325

Predators

+145

Puck Line

Senators -1.5

+205

Predators +1.5

-263

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-130

Over 6.5

+106

If you’re looking for an alternative to the game lines, check out the player and goalie props instead. It’s great to wager on Goalscorers, Player Points, Shots and Goaltender Saves as potential options.

There are lots of exciting NHL micro betting lines that are created and they are available in-game. Among them are next goalscorer, next team to find the net and whether a goal will be scored within the next 10 minutes.

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Ottawa Senators Stats

Nashville Predators Stats

Moneyline

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

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 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 7 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 7.10 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 7.70 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.40 goals and allowed 3.70 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 4.00 pts and allowed 3.70 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.50 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 5.80 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.80 goals and allowed 3.70 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.10 goals and allowed 2.70 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.8
• Shots: 29.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 12.6
• Blocks: 12.8
• Faceoff Wins : 28
• Hits: 22.4
• Giveaways: 13.1
• Takeaways: 4.5

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.8
• Shots: 29.2
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 15.5
• Blocks: 12.7
• Faceoff Wins : 28
• Hits: 24.4
• Giveaways: 14.8
• Takeaways: 4.8

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 29.1
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 8.7
• Blocks: 13.8
• Faceoff Wins : 28.2
• Hits: 19.7
• Giveaways: 16.7
• Takeaways: 6.1

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 30
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 8.2
• Blocks: 13
• Faceoff Wins : 25.3
• Hits: 19
• Giveaways: 14.3
• Takeaways: 5.4

Injuries & Suspensions

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