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Senators vs. Blue Jackets prediction: Why Ottawa is favored to win Thursday's NHL matchup [12/11/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Ottawa Senators vs Columbus Blue Jackets predictions for NHL Thursday.
The Columbus Blue Jackets will take on the Ottawa Senators, in what is expected to be a close NHL game, at Nationwide Arena on Thursday, starting at 7:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives the Senators a slight edge with a 51% win probability over the Blue Jackets.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Thursday's Senators vs. Blue Jackets matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Senators vs. Blue Jackets prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NHL matchup between the Senators and Blue Jackets 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Senators a 51% chance of beating the Blue Jackets.
According to our model, the Blue Jackets (+1.5) have a 69% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 54% chance of staying under.
Senators vs. Blue Jackets odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Senators | Blue Jackets |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+190) | +1.5 (-220) |
| Moneyline | -125 | +110 |
| Total | o6.5 (-104) | u6.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Senators vs. Blue Jackets picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Blue Jackets +1.5 | -220 |
| Moneyline | Blue Jackets | +110 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -110 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.
Senators vs. Blue Jackets player props
Who will score a goal in Senators vs. Blue Jackets?
According to our model, Tim Stutzle is most likely to score an anytime goal in Senators vs. Blue Jackets.
Our projections give Stutzle a 34.2% chance of scoring a goal at Nationwide Arena, while the star is a 6.9% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Ottawa Senators
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tim Stutzle | 34.2% |
| Brady Tkachuk | 33.2% |
| Drake Batherson | 31.6% |
| Dylan Cozens | 23.9% |
| Michael Amadio | 19.5% |
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adam Fantilli | 34.0% |
| Kirill Marchenko | 31.4% |
| Dmitri Voronkov | 29.3% |
| Zach Werenski | 24.4% |
| Sean Monahan | 22.4% |
First goal scorer predictions
Ottawa Senators
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tim Stutzle | 6.9% |
| Brady Tkachuk | 6.4% |
| Drake Batherson | 5.9% |
| Dylan Cozens | 4.5% |
| Michael Amadio | 3.8% |
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adam Fantilli | 6.5% |
| Kirill Marchenko | 6.2% |
| Dmitri Voronkov | 5.9% |
| Zach Werenski | 4.6% |
| Sean Monahan | 4.0% |
Senators vs. Blue Jackets game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's matchup between the Blue Jackets and Senators at Nationwide Arena is scheduled to start at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Ottawa Senators vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
- Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Nationwide Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Senators, with a 51% win probability, will likely beat the Blue Jackets on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Senators vs. Blue Jackets insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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