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Bruins vs. Senators Prediction: Ottawa Predicted to Win Saturday's NHL Matchup [1/18/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Saturday's Boston Bruins vs Ottawa Senators matchup.
The Ottawa Senators and Boston Bruins will lock horns in the NHL at Canadian Tire Centre on Saturday, with puck drop at 3:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Senators as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has used the latest data to run 10,000 simulations of Saturday's Boston-Ottawa game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various other inputs, we estimate that the Senators are more likely to win, while the Bruins have a lower chance of victory."
For expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Bruins vs. Senators predictions page.
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Bruins vs. Senators Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Saturday's game between the Senators and Bruins at Canadian Tire Centre is scheduled to start at 3:00PM ET.
- Who: Boston Bruins vs. Ottawa Senators
- Date: Saturday, January 18, 2025
- Time: 3:00PM ET/12:00PM PT
- Venue: Canadian Tire Centre
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Saturday's Bruins vs. Senators matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Boston vs. Ottawa picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Bruins vs. Senators Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Bruins and Senators 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Senators a 54% chance of defeating the Bruins.
According to our model, the Bruins (+1.5) have a 69% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 51% chance of staying under.
Bruins vs. Senators Odds
We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Bruins | Senators |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-218) | -1.5 (+184) |
| Moneyline | +120 | -135 |
| Total | o5.5 (-102) | u5.5 (-115) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Bruins vs. Senators Picks
Our model's biggest edge in today's Bruins vs. Senators matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the current odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our full set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Bruins vs. Senators Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Bruins vs. Senators?
According to our model, Boston's David Pastrnak is most likely to score the first goal in Bruins vs. Senators.
Our projections give Pastrnak a 10.3% chance of scoring the first goal at Canadian Tire Centre, while the Bruins star is a 43.4% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Boston Bruins
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | 10.3% |
| Brad Marchand | 5.0% |
| Morgan Geekie | 4.8% |
Ottawa Senators
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Josh Norris | 6.1% |
| Brady Tkachuk | 6.0% |
| Tim Stutzle | 5.2% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Boston Bruins
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | 43.4% |
| Brad Marchand | 26.7% |
| Morgan Geekie | 23.8% |
Ottawa Senators
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Brady Tkachuk | 31.6% |
| Josh Norris | 30.0% |
| Shane Pinto | 26.4% |
Conclusion
We predict the Senators, with a 54% win probability, will likely beat the Bruins on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Bruins vs. Senators insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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