Pittsburgh Penguins vs Ottawa Senators Prediction, Picks & Odds | 18 Dec 2025

NHL Betting Preview: Penguins vs Senators

The Pittsburgh Penguins go up against the Ottawa Senators at Canadian Tire Centre, with face-off scheduled for 19:00 on Thursday, December 18.

There could be a shortage of goals from the Penguins and the Senators. Therefore, Under 6.5 goals makes lots of appeal, especially at odds of -110.

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Pittsburgh Penguins have suffered six straight defeats, recently being beaten at home by Edmonton Oilers 6-4 at PPG PAINTS Arena. Erik Karlsson was on target along with three of his teammates.

Ottawa Senators have lost their last four home games. Most recently, they won on the road when beating Winnipeg Jets 3-2 (OT) at Canada Life Centre. Jake Sanderson, Brady Tkachuk and Nick Cousins each scored one goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

It was the Penguins who came out on top when they last played the Sens. At PPG PAINTS Arena, a 1-0 win was recorded. The Sens have won seven of the previous 10 H2H meetings.

Starting Goalies

Arturs Silovs (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	11-7-8	3	.894	1
23/24	3-0-1	2.47	.881	0

Linus Ullmark (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	16-8-5	2.9	.884	1
23/24	22-10-5	2.57	.915	2

3 wins, 3 losses and 4 overtime losses, averaging 3.5 goals from 32.0 shots on goal, with a 27.9% powerplay efficiency. The Penguins have been giving up 4.0 goals from 29.1 shots, averaging 4.2 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 78.6%.

Sidney Crosby and Bryan Rust are the top points scorers. They have both scored 12 points over the past 10 games, including 6 goals and 6 assists. Goalie Tristan Jarry have a 2.86 goal against average with a .902 save percentage.

The Sens have 4 wins and 6 losses, averaging 2.9 goals from 29.8 shots on goal, with a 23.8% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 3.3 goals from 27.0 shots, averaging 3.6 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 80.6%.

The top points scorer is Tim Stutzle with 12 points, 4 goals and 8 assists, while Jake Sanderson is next in line after having 11 points, 4 goals and 7 assists. Goalie Linus Ullmark have a 3.13 GAA with a .882 SV%.

Pittsburgh Penguins vs Ottawa Senators Prediction & Picks

Step into Pittsburgh Penguins vs Ottawa Senators with confidence as we bring you our expert match prediction, projected scoreline, best player prop picks and a custom-built bet builder.

Game Prediction

The teams might not go over the 6.5 goal line with their combined score. We’re sweet on our Under pick and odds of -110 are available when it comes to this NHL clash.

The NHL experts at Sportsgambler.com start by analyzing recent form and staying on top of injury news before making any hockey predictions. From there, we interpret the story the stats are telling to help shape our picks.

Key Penguins vs Senators stats:

• The 6.5 line hasn’t been covered in 6 of the last 10 Penguins games on the road.
• The 6.5 line hasn’t been covered in 3 of the last 5 Penguins games on the road.
• The 6.5 line hasn’t been covered in 6 of the last 10 Senators games at home.
• The 6.5 line hasn’t been covered in 12 of the last 20 Senators games.
• The 6.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 Senators games.
• The 6.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 4 games between these teams.

Under 6.5 Probability

If you go by the top NHL betting sites, our pick has a 52.4% chance of delivering a return. Based on our cappers in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. This hockey wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Bryan Rust To Score +240

Bryan Rust (Penguins) has scored at least one goal in 4 straight games. He looks like a value bet to light the lamp and you’re able to back this Anytime Goalscorer pick at odds of +240.

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Correct Score Prediction

Penguins 3 - 1 Senators

Our prediction for the correct score is the Penguins to land a 3-1 victory and this is available at +2200. It’s a fun wager to place which lands a bigger potential return.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Penguins

Senators

1-0

Penguins

+6000

Senators

+5500

2-0

Penguins

+5500

Senators

+4500

2-1

Penguins

+1600

Senators

+1400

3-0

Penguins

+4000

Senators

+2900

3-1

Penguins

+2200

Senators

+1700

3-2

Penguins

+950

Senators

+800

4-0

Penguins

+5500

Senators

+3400

4-1

Penguins

+2000

Senators

+1400

4-2

Penguins

+1800

Senators

+1400

4-3

Penguins

+1100

Senators

+950

5-0

Penguins

+10000

Senators

+5500

5-1

Penguins

+3500

Senators

+2000

5-2

Penguins

+2200

Senators

+1400

5-3

Penguins

+2500

Senators

+2000

5-4

Penguins

+2000

Senators

+1800

6-0

Penguins

+2000

Senators

+8000

6-1

Penguins

+8000

Senators

+4500

6-2

Penguins

+4500

Senators

+2500

6-3

Penguins

+3500

Senators

+2400

6-4

Penguins

+5000

Senators

+4000

6-5

Penguins

+5000

Senators

+4500

7-0

Penguins

+5000

Senators

+12500

7-1

Penguins

+14000

Senators

+7500

7-2

Penguins

+11000

Senators

+6000

7-3

Penguins

+7000

Senators

+4500

7-4

Penguins

+7500

Senators

+5500

7-5

Penguins

+11000

Senators

+9000

7-6

Penguins

+11000

Senators

+11000

8-1

Penguins

+11000

Senators

+12000

8-2

Penguins

+11000

Senators

+10000

8-3

Penguins

+11000

Senators

+11000

8-4

Penguins

+14000

Senators

+10000

8-5

Penguins

+14000

Senators

+12500

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Pittsburgh Penguins vs Ottawa Senators 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 62% chance of winning this game according to the latest betting odds. The sportsbooks have priced them up at -164. At +136, Pittsburgh Penguins are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.

The puck line is 1.5, with the total goals line at 6.5. There are many ways to wager on hockey including Totals. If you fancy Over 6.5, this outcome can be backed at -110.

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Moneyline

Penguins

+136

Senators

-164

3-Way Moneyline

Penguins

+215

Tie

+330

Senators

-100

Puck Line

Penguins +1.5

-175

Senators -1.5

+142

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-110

Over 6.5

-110

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Pittsburgh Penguins Stats

Ottawa Senators Stats

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 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 7 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 9 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 3 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 7.70 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 5.50 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.50 goals and allowed 4.20 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.80 pts and allowed 2.70 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.30 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 5.50 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 4 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.00 goals and allowed 3.30 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.00 goals and allowed 2.50 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1.2
• Shots: 32
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 4.2
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 8.7
• Blocks: 15.8
• Faceoff Wins : 28.5
• Hits: 19.4
• Giveaways: 13.8
• Takeaways: 5.3

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.8
• Shots: 28.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 11.4
• Blocks: 14
• Faceoff Wins : 27
• Hits: 17.7
• Giveaways: 14.2
• Takeaways: 5.2

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1
• Shots: 29.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 7.5
• Blocks: 14.8
• Faceoff Wins : 30.2
• Hits: 25.4
• Giveaways: 14
• Takeaways: 5.6

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1.1
• Shots: 29.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 6.5
• Blocks: 13.7
• Faceoff Wins : 31
• Hits: 22
• Giveaways: 14
• Takeaways: 4.8

Injuries & Suspensions

Starting Lineups

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