Match Analysis: Ottawa Senators vs Nashville Predators – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-10-13
- Time: 5:00 PM UTC
- Location: Canadian Tire Centre, Kanata, Canada
Game Overview
The NHL match between the Ottawa Senators (home) and Nashville Predators (away) is scheduled for October 13, 2025, at the Canadian Tire Centre. Both teams have started their 2025-2026 season well, each holding a 1-0-0 record with 2 points after one game. The Senators show a strong offensive average (5.00 GF per game) but a weaker defense (4.00 GA per game), while the Predators have a more balanced profile with a solid defense (1.00 GA per game) and moderate offense (2.00 GF per game).
Key Factors to Consider
- Ottawa Senators have scored 5 goals and conceded 4 on average per game, showcasing high offensive capability but lagging defensively. Nashville Predators have a tighter defense with only 1.00 GA per game and average 2.00 GF per game, emphasizing a more balanced approach.
- Recent direct match history and outcomes are limited due to early season timing, but both teams are competitive with no current dominance apparent. No draws are usually recorded in NHL regular season games as matches go to overtime/shootouts.
- Ottawa's defenseman Nicolas Hague is out with an upper body injury expected to return after October 22. Drake Batherson (RW) and Tyler Kleven (D) also have injuries but expected back around game day. For Nashville, no significant injury information is provided.
- Nashville is coming off a home game on October 11 and faces two more away games shortly after, which may cause travel fatigue. Ottawa plays at home with probable rest advantage and home crowd motivation.
- Both teams started the season undefeated, making this an early test of consistency. Ottawa may be highly motivated to defend home ice and establish early season momentum. Nashville will seek to solidify their away performance.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | home: -148, away: 118 | Ottawa Senators win | β β β ββ 65% |
| Spread | home: -1.5, away: +1.5 | Ottawa Senators to cover -1.5 | β β β ββ 60% |
| Over/under | over: 5.5 goals -110, under: 5.5 goals -110 | Over 5.5 goals | β β β ββ 55% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Ottawa Senators -1% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | N/A |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Ottawa Senators at -1% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Ottawa Senators are favored to win at home due to stronger recent scoring form and home advantage. Nashville's strong defensive style may keep the game close, but Ottawa's offensive production is likely decisive.
Predicted Score: Ottawa Senators 4 – 2 Nashville Predators