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Canadiens vs. Senators Prediction: Ottawa Predicted to Win Saturday's NHL Matchup [2/22/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Saturday's Montreal Canadiens vs Ottawa Senators matchup.
The Ottawa Senators will face the Montreal Canadiens in NHL action at Canadian Tire Centre on Saturday, commencing at 7:00PM 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 Montreal-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 Canadiens have a lower chance of victory."
For a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Canadiens vs. Senators predictions page.
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Canadiens vs. Canadiens Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Canadiens and Senators 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Senators a 58% chance of defeating the Canadiens.
According to our model, the Canadiens (+1.5) have a 64% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 53% chance of going over.
Canadiens vs. Senators Odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Canadiens | Senators |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-185) | -1.5 (+160) |
| Moneyline | +140 | -162 |
| Total | o5.5 (-120) | u5.5 (+102) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Canadiens vs. Senators Picks and Best Bets
Our model's biggest edge in today's Canadiens vs. Senators matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, matched against the best odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our complete set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Canadiens vs. Senators Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Canadiens vs. Senators?
According to our model, Ottawa's Tim Stutzle is most likely to score the first goal in Canadiens vs. Senators.
Our projections give Stutzle a 7.6% chance of scoring the first goal at Canadian Tire Centre, while the Senators star is a 38.6% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 5.8% |
| Nick Suzuki | 4.7% |
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 4.4% |
Ottawa Senators
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tim Stutzle | 7.6% |
| Drake Batherson | 6.9% |
| Claude Giroux | 5.4% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 30.1% |
| Nick Suzuki | 27.5% |
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 24.4% |
Ottawa Senators
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tim Stutzle | 38.6% |
| Drake Batherson | 32.5% |
| Ridly Greig | 28.7% |
Habs vs. Senators Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Saturday's matchup between the Senators and Canadiens at Canadian Tire Centre is scheduled to start at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Montreal Canadiens vs. Ottawa Senators
- Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Canadian Tire Centre
Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Saturday's Canadiens vs. Senators matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Montreal vs. Ottawa picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
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Conclusion
We predict the Senators, with a 58% win probability, will likely beat the Canadiens on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Canadiens vs. Senators insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from 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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