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Hurricanes vs. Senators Prediction: Ottawa Predicted to Win Thursday's NHL Matchup [4/17/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Thursday's Carolina Hurricanes vs Ottawa Senators matchup.
The Ottawa Senators will face the Carolina Hurricanes in the 2025 NHL Playoffs at Canadian Tire Centre on Thursday, commencing at 7:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Senators as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's Carolina-Ottawa game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Senators with a win probability of 51% and the Hurricanes with 49%."
For a closer look at Thursday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Hurricanes vs. Senators predictions page.
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Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NHL Playoffs matchup between the Hurricanes and Senators 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Senators a 51% chance of beating the Hurricanes.
According to our model, the Hurricanes (+1.5) have a 70% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 52% chance of going over.
Hurricanes vs. Senators Odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Hurricanes | Senators |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-220) | -1.5 (+200) |
| Moneyline | +110 | -128 |
| Total | o5.5 (-118) | u5.5 (+100) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Hurricanes vs. Senators Picks and Best Bets
Our model's strongest edge in today's Hurricanes vs. Senators matchup is on the total.
Our expert predictions, matched against the best odds, reveal the best NHL picks and NHL best bets for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our full set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
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Who will score an anytime goal in Hurricanes vs. Senators?
According to our model, Ottawa's Brady Tkachuk is most likely to score the first goal in Hurricanes vs. Senators.
Our projections give Tkachuk a 6.8% chance of scoring the first goal at Canadian Tire Centre, while the Senators star is a 32.2% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Carolina Hurricanes
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Taylor Hall | 6.3% |
| Andrei Svechnikov | 6.0% |
| Logan Stankoven | 5.5% |
Ottawa Senators
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Brady Tkachuk | 6.8% |
| Tim Stutzle | 5.1% |
| Drake Batherson | 4.8% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Carolina Hurricanes
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Taylor Hall | 32.0% |
| Andrei Svechnikov | 30.3% |
| Logan Stankoven | 27.8% |
Ottawa Senators
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Brady Tkachuk | 32.2% |
| Tim Stutzle | 25.3% |
| Drake Batherson | 24.3% |
Canes vs. Senators Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Thursday's game between the Senators and Hurricanes in the NHL Playoffs is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Carolina Hurricanes vs. Ottawa Senators
- Date: Thursday, April 17, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Canadian Tire Centre
The Stanley Cup Playoffs (aka NHL Playoffs) is an elimination tournament in the National Hockey League to determine the winner of the Stanley Cup.
A total of 16 teams, including the Hurricanes and Senators, reached the 2025 NHL Playoffs, which includes four rounds: the First Round, Second Round, Conference Finals and Stanley Cup Finals.
Each round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs is played as a best-of-seven series, with the first team to four wins moving on to the next round until a champion is crowned.
Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Thursday's Hurricanes vs. Senators matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Carolina vs. Ottawa picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Senators, with a 51% win probability, will likely beat the Hurricanes on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Hurricanes vs. Senators insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn 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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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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