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Senators vs. Blue Jackets prediction: Close contest projected after new data released for 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 and Ottawa Senators will lock horns in the NHL at Nationwide Arena on Thursday, with puck drop at 7:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model gives an equal chance for both both teams to win the Senators-Blue Jackets matchup.
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, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's NHL game between the Senators and Blue Jackets 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model can't split the two teams, giving both the Senators and Blue Jackets a 50% chance of winning the game.
According to our model, the Blue Jackets (+1.5) have a 70% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Senators vs. Blue Jackets odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Senators | Blue Jackets |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+210) | +1.5 (-258) |
| Moneyline | -113 | -105 |
| Total | o6 (-120) | u6 (+100) |
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 current 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 | Senators -1.5 | +210 |
| Moneyline | Blue Jackets | -105 |
| Total | Under 6 | +100 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6 total goals.
Senators vs. Blue Jackets player props
Who will score a goal in Senators vs. Blue Jackets?
According to our model, Adam Fantilli is most likely to score an anytime goal in Senators vs. Blue Jackets.
Our projections give Fantilli a 35.3% chance of scoring a goal at Nationwide Arena, while the star is a 6.8% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Ottawa Senators
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tim Stutzle | 34.7% |
| Brady Tkachuk | 33.4% |
| Drake Batherson | 32.2% |
| Dylan Cozens | 25.6% |
| Fabian Zetterlund | 20.6% |
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adam Fantilli | 35.3% |
| Kirill Marchenko | 31.3% |
| Dmitri Voronkov | 27.5% |
| Zach Werenski | 26.5% |
| Sean Monahan | 23.5% |
First goal scorer predictions
Ottawa Senators
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tim Stutzle | 6.8% |
| Brady Tkachuk | 6.4% |
| Drake Batherson | 6.1% |
| Dylan Cozens | 4.2% |
| Michael Amadio | 3.7% |
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adam Fantilli | 6.8% |
| Kirill Marchenko | 6.1% |
| Dmitri Voronkov | 4.9% |
| Zach Werenski | 4.5% |
| Sean Monahan | 4.1% |
Senators vs. Blue Jackets game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's game 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 a close game between the Senators and Blue Jackets on Thursday, with each team having a 50% chance of winning.
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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