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Senators vs. Predators prediction: Ottawa favored to win Thursday's NHL matchup [1/22/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Ottawa Senators vs Nashville Predators predictions for NHL Thursday.
NHL action continues on Thursday at 8:00 PM ET as the Ottawa Senators square off with the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model gives the Senators a slight edge with a 52% win probability over the Predators.
This article offers a closer look at Thursday's Senators vs. Predators matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Senators vs. Predators prediction: Who will win?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's NHL matchup between the Senators and Predators 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Senators a 52% chance of defeating the Predators.
According to our model, the 6.5-goal over/under has a 54% chance of staying under.
Senators vs. Predators odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Senators | Predators |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -115 | -102 |
| Total | o6.5 (+106) | u6.5 (-125) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Senators vs. Predators picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Senators | -115 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -125 |
According to our best NHL bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.
Senators vs. Predators player props
Who will score a goal in Senators vs. Predators?
According to our model, Steven Stamkos is most likely to score an anytime goal in Senators vs. Predators.
Our projections give Stamkos a 36.5% chance of scoring a goal at Bridgestone Arena, while the star is an 8.0% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Ottawa Senators
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Brady Tkachuk | 33.9% |
| Tim Stutzle | 31.4% |
| Drake Batherson | 28.3% |
| Shane Pinto | 26.1% |
| Dylan Cozens | 21.9% |
Nashville Predators
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Steven Stamkos | 36.5% |
| Filip Forsberg | 35.9% |
| Ryan O'Reilly | 26.5% |
| Jonathan Marchessault | 23.5% |
| Michael Bunting | 20.2% |
First goal scorer predictions
Ottawa Senators
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Brady Tkachuk | 6.6% |
| Tim Stutzle | 6.0% |
| Drake Batherson | 5.2% |
| Shane Pinto | 5.0% |
| Dylan Cozens | 3.5% |
Nashville Predators
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Steven Stamkos | 8.0% |
| Filip Forsberg | 6.9% |
| Ryan O'Reilly | 4.8% |
| Jonathan Marchessault | 4.4% |
| Luke Evangelista | 3.2% |
Senators vs. Predators game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's game between the Predators and Senators at Bridgestone Arena is scheduled to start at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Ottawa Senators vs. Nashville Predators
- Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Bridgestone Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Senators, with a 52% win probability, will likely beat the Predators on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Senators vs. Predators 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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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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