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Ottawa Senators vs. Montreal Canadiens: Preview, Predictions and Picks for March 18, 2025

Updated on:
Mar 18, 2025 6:24 PM
The Ottawa Senators, riding a six-game win streak, head to the Bell Centre on Tuesday, March 18th to take on the Montreal Canadiens in a highly anticipated Atlantic Division matchup. The Senators aim to extend their winning ways against a Canadiens team that has dominated the regular season series thus far, leading 2-0. Puck drops at 7:00 PM in what promises to be a thrilling showdown between these divisional foes.
Ottawa Senators vs Montreal Canadiens

Current Odds

OTT
MTL
Over
6.5
+105
Under
6.5
-135
OTT
+1.5
-165
MTL
-1.5
+125
OTT
ML
+155
MTL
ML
-166

Senators vs Canadiens statistics

Stat Senators Canadiens
Goals For per Game 2.94 2.95
Goals Against Average 2.80 3.24
Shots per Game 29.6 25.8
Shots Against per Game 28.3 29.0
Power Play Goals 51 42
Power Play Goals Against 42 39
Short Handed Goals 9 8
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 578 597
Power Play Percentage 23.6 21.9
Penalty Kill Percentage 77.8 81.4

Montreal Canadiens recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
3/15/25 vs Florida Panthers W 3-1
3/12/25 @ Seattle Kraken L 5-4 OT
3/11/25 @ Vancouver Canucks W 4-2
3/8/25 @ Calgary Flames L 1-0
3/6/25 @ Edmonton Oilers L 3-2 OT

Ottawa Senators recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
3/15/25 @ Toronto Maple Leafs W 4-2
3/13/25 vs Boston Bruins W 6-3
3/11/25 @ Philadelphia Flyers W 5-2
3/10/25 vs Detroit Red Wings W 2-1
3/8/25 vs New York Rangers W 4-3 OT

Montreal Canadiens injuries

  • Kirby Dach (C): Injured Reserve
  • Kaiden Guhle (D): Out

Ottawa Senators injuries

  • Nick Jensen (D): Out
  • Nick Cousins (C): Injured Reserve

Senators vs Canadiens game info

Type Info
Venue Bell Centre
Location Montreal, QC
Puck drop Tue 7:00 PM

Senators vs Canadiens predictions

When the Ottawa Senators hit the ice against the Montreal Canadiens, all eyes will be on their star players. Brady Tkachuk, with his impressive 27 goals this season, is expected to be a key offensive force. It wouldn't be surprising to see him finding the back of the net once or twice as he leads his team with his fearless play and relentless energy. On the assist front, Tim Stutzle is the name to watch. With 48 assists so far, he’s not just orchestrating plays, he's playing at a level that turns heads. His chemistry with Tkachuk and his knack for setting up scoring opportunities could prove crucial. Stutzle’s current tally of 68 points is a testament to his all-around contribution, and you can bet that he'll be looking to add to that in this matchup.

Yet, the Montreal Canadiens aren't without firepower of their own. Cole Caufield is a goal-scoring machine, boasting 33 goals this season. His ability to find space and capitalize on scoring chances makes him a constant threat to the Ottawa defense. He'll be keen to keep that momentum rolling, especially in front of the home crowd at the Bell Centre. Meanwhile, Nick Suzuki, with a whopping 49 assists to his name, is a playmaker who can change the course of the game in an instant. Suzuki's intelligence on the ice and his 69 points show he's a player who can either finish a play or create magic with the puck, making him a key figure for the Canadiens in this rivalry.

With these dynamic talents on both sides, the outcome of this game is bound to be a nail-biter. The Senators have momentum in their favor, riding high on a 6-game win streak, yet history shows the Canadiens lead the regular-season series 2-0. It's evident that Montreal knows how to play against Ottawa. However, considering Ottawa’s recent form and their hunger to break that losing streak against Montreal, they seem poised to edge this one out. Maybe it'll be another tight game, but if you ask me, the Ottawa Senators might just have the extra bit of energy and motivation to notch a victory on the road.

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