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Senators vs. Canadiens Prediction: Ottawa Predicted to Win Tuesday's NHL Matchup [3/18/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Tuesday's Ottawa Senators vs Montreal Canadiens matchup.
The Montreal Canadiens will take on the Ottawa Senators, in what is expected to be a tight NHL game, at Bell Centre on Tuesday, starting at 7:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Senators as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has analyzed the latest data and conducted 10,000 simulations for Tuesday's Ottawa-Montreal game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various factors, our prediction shows the Senators with a win probability of 54%, compared to 46% for the Canadiens."
For further insights into Tuesday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Senators vs. Canadiens predictions page.
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Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Tuesday's NHL game between the Senators and Canadiens 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Senators a 54% chance of defeating the Canadiens.
According to our model, the Canadiens (+1.5) have a 68% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 53% chance of going over.
Pre-Game Probabilities
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Senators vs. Canadiens Odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Senators | Canadiens |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+185) | +1.5 (-210) |
| Moneyline | -140 | +125 |
| Total | o5.5 (-114) | u5.5 (+100) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Senators vs. Canadiens Picks and Best Bets
Our model's strongest edge in today's Senators vs. Canadiens matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, matched against the best odds, reveal the best NHL picks and NHL best bets for every game throughout the season.
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Who will score an anytime goal in Senators vs. Canadiens?
According to our model, Ottawa's Brady Tkachuk is most likely to score the first goal in Senators vs. Canadiens.
Our projections give Tkachuk a 6.7% chance of scoring the first goal at Bell Centre, while the Senators star is a 33.7% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Ottawa Senators
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Brady Tkachuk | 6.7% |
| Tim Stutzle | 5.4% |
| Shane Pinto | 5.0% |
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nick Suzuki | 6.3% |
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 6.3% |
| Cole Caufield | 5.9% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Ottawa Senators
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Brady Tkachuk | 33.7% |
| Tim Stutzle | 28.2% |
| Shane Pinto | 26.1% |
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nick Suzuki | 31.5% |
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 30.6% |
| Cole Caufield | 29.9% |
Senators vs. Habs Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Tuesday's game between the Canadiens and Senators at Bell Centre is scheduled to start at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Ottawa Senators vs. Montreal Canadiens
- Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Bell Centre
Dimers.com's full preview of Tuesday's Senators vs. Canadiens matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
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Conclusion
We predict the Senators, with a 54% win probability, will likely beat the Canadiens on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Senators vs. Canadiens 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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