Ottawa Senators vs New York Rangers Prediction, Picks & Odds | 23 Mar 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Senators vs Rangers

The Ottawa Senators clash with the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden, with face-off scheduled for 18:30 on Monday, March 23.

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 -111 available that they beat the Rangers in regulation time.

Ottawa Senators claimed a home victory in their previous game. A 5-2 triumph against Toronto Maple Leafs at Canadian Tire Centre made it back-to-back wins. Claude Giroux was one of five different players on the scoresheet.

New York Rangers were beaten 3-2 (SO) at Madison Square Garden in their last game. This loss at home to Winnipeg Jets was their fourth straight defeat. Mika Zibanejad and Tye Kartye each scored one goal. Goalie Dylan Garand made a total of 35 saves (.946).

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last encounter between the Sens and the Rangers saw the former win. It was a 8-4 scoreline at Madison Square Garden. Both teams have won five games when it comes to the previous 10 H2H meetings.

Starting Goalies

James Reimer (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	7-4-2	2.4	.886	1
23/24	11-8-2	3.11	.904	2

Igor Shesterkin (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	25-19-6	2.5	.912	1
23/24	36-17-2	2.58	.912	4

7 wins, 2 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.7 goals from 31.1 shots on goal, with a 15.4% powerplay efficiency. The Sens have given up 2.5 goals from 22.2 shots, averaging 3.7 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 86.5%.

Drake Batherson is the top points scorer with 10 points, 6 goals and 4 assists, with Tim Stutzle recording 9 points, 4 goals and 5 assists, in the past 10 games. Goalie Linus Ullmark have a 2.65 goal against average with a .886 save percentage, including one shutout.

The Rangers have 5 wins, 4 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.8 goals from 22.9 shots on goal, with a 29.4% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 3.3 goals from 33.5 shots, averaging 3.5 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 71.4%.

The top points scorer is Mika Zibanejad with 14 points, 6 goals and 8 assists, while Alexis Lafreniere is next best after registering 13 points, 7 goals and 6 assists. Goalie Igor Shesterkin have a 2.85 GAA with a .915 SV%.

Ottawa Senators vs New York Rangers Prediction & Picks

Unlock a complete betting breakdown for Ottawa Senators vs New York Rangers, featuring our expert match prediction, expected final score, standout player prop picks and a ready-to-play bet builder.

Game Prediction

There’s an attractive -111 that Ottawa Senators are able to get the better of their opponents. This pick can be wagered on the 60-minute line for this NHL game.

We’re always on top of team news and when combined with recent form, it helps us uncover the best value. Our NHL handicappers also take a data-led approach, using key stats to back every pick.

Key Senators vs Rangers stats:

• Senators have won 4 of their last 5 games.
• Senators have won 7 of their last 10 games.
• Senators have won 2 consecutive games.
• Rangers have lost their last 4 games.
• Rangers have lost 7 of their last 10 games at home.
• Rangers have lost 14 of their last 20 games at home.

Sens 3-Way Moneyline Probability

According to the latest odds, our pick has a 52.6% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our analysts think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 55-60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this hockey bet.

We regularly consider a Match Winner & Total Goals bet as a way of backing Ottawa at bigger odds. You simply need to decide whether to go Under or Over as part of the combo.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Mika Zibanejad Under 2.5 Shots -149

Mika Zibanejad (Rangers) hasn't covered the 2.5 shots on goal total in 7 of the past 10 games. Let’s stick with this betting trend and wager him to go under the Shots on Goal line at odds of -149.

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Correct Score Prediction

Senators 5 - 3 Rangers

Let’s go for the Senators to win 5-3, a bet which is available at +2000. Correct score betting provides plenty of excitement and a potentially bigger return if you win.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Senators

Rangers

1-0

Senators

+4500

Rangers

+5500

2-0

Senators

+4000

Rangers

+5500

2-1

Senators

+1300

Rangers

+1600

3-0

Senators

+2500

Rangers

+4500

3-1

Senators

+1500

Rangers

+2400

3-2

Senators

+750

Rangers

+950

4-0

Senators

+2900

Rangers

+6600

4-1

Senators

+1200

Rangers

+2400

4-2

Senators

+1300

Rangers

+2000

4-3

Senators

+950

Rangers

+1200

5-0

Senators

+5000

Rangers

+12000

5-1

Senators

+1800

Rangers

+4500

5-2

Senators

+1300

Rangers

+2500

5-3

Senators

+2000

Rangers

+3000

5-4

Senators

+1900

Rangers

+2400

6-1

Senators

+4000

Rangers

+10000

6-2

Senators

+2400

Rangers

+5500

6-3

Senators

+2400

Rangers

+4500

6-4

Senators

+4500

Rangers

+6000

6-5

Senators

+4500

Rangers

+5500

7-2

Senators

+5500

Rangers

+14000

7-3

Senators

+4500

Rangers

+9000

7-4

Senators

+5500

Rangers

+9000

7-5

Senators

+10000

Rangers

+12500

7-6

Senators

+11000

Rangers

+12500

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Ottawa Senators vs New York Rangers 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.

Ottawa Senators are regarded as having a 66% chance of winning this game according to the latest betting odds. The sportsbooks have priced them up at -192. For those wanting to back New York Rangers, you will find +158 about the underdogs.

1.5 is the puck line and 5.5 is the total goals line. A wager on Totals allows bettors to use the latest data to good effect. If you're keen on Over 5.5, this selection is available at -130.

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Moneyline

Senators

-192

Rangers

+158

3-Way Moneyline

Senators

-119

Tie

+320

Rangers

+265

Puck Line

Senators -1.5

+132

Rangers +1.5

-161

Total Goals

Under 5.5

+106

Over 5.5

-130

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Ottawa Senators Stats

New York Rangers Stats

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 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 4 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 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 6.20 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.20 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 3.70 goals and allowed 2.50 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.40 pts and allowed 2.80 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 7.20 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 5.50 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 5.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.80 goals and allowed 3.40 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 2.60 goals and allowed 2.90 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 31.1
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.3
• Penalties: 3.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0.4
• Penalty Minutes: 9.4
• Blocks: 14.9
• Faceoff Wins : 27.9
• Hits: 23.2
• Giveaways: 13.2
• Takeaways: 5.3

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 30.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 8.5
• Blocks: 13.5
• Faceoff Wins : 28.4
• Hits: 19.6
• Giveaways: 13.1
• Takeaways: 4.9

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1
• Shots: 22.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 7
• Blocks: 12
• Faceoff Wins : 28.2
• Hits: 21.9
• Giveaways: 18
• Takeaways: 4.7

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 24.1
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.1
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 7.3
• Blocks: 14
• Faceoff Wins : 30
• Hits: 25.7
• Giveaways: 15.8
• Takeaways: 4.5

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