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Game time: December 28, 2024 at 7:00 PM ET

Venue: Canada Life Centre — Winnipeg, MB

Article updated Dec 28, 6:16 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Ottawa Senators (18-14-2) will be facing off against the Winnipeg Jets (25-10-1) in an important game on Saturday night at Canada Life Centre. The Senators are looking to

Game outlook

The Ottawa Senators (18-14-2) will be facing off against the Winnipeg Jets (25-10-1) in an important game on Saturday night at Canada Life Centre. The Senators are looking to take the series lead after coming off a 3-1 loss to Edmonton, while the Jets are riding high from a 5-2 win over Toronto. Both teams have split their last 10 meetings. Winnipeg is the betting favorite opening at -155. To find out more about the Ottawa Senators vs. Winnipeg Jets prediction, stay tuned for the game at 7 PM ET.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Senators +135 | Jets -155

Spread: Senators +1.5 (-195) | Jets -1.5 (+165)

Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Winnipeg will win straight-up is 61%.

Ottawa Senators

The Ottawa Senators had their six-game winning streak ended by the Edmonton Oilers in their last game. They will look to bounce back and start a new streak when they take on the Winnipeg Jets on Saturday night. Ottawa averages 3.09 goals per game and scored one goal on 21 shots in their last outing. Tim Stutzle leads the team with 39 points, followed by Drake Batherson with 34 points and Brady Tkachuk with 33 points. Nick Cousins scored the lone goal in the loss to the Oilers. Defensively, Ottawa gives up an average of 2.85 goals per game, ranking 12th in the league. Goaltender Leevi Merilainen saved 12 of 14 shots before leaving the game with a 1-1-0 record, 3.72 GAA, and .846 save percentage. Ottawa is ranked 14 in offense, 11 in defense, and has a power ranking of 16 with a 8-4 record this season.

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Winnipeg Jets Analysis

The Winnipeg Jets have rebounded nicely from a recent loss with back-to-back wins against Minnesota and Toronto. They will look to extend their winning streak to three games in their upcoming matchup. The team boasts a strong offense, averaging 3.69 goals per game, with top scorers Kyle Connor and Mark Scheifele leading the way. Defensively, the Jets have been impressive, giving up an average of 2.47 goals per game, which ranks them second in the league. Goalie Connor Hellebuyck has been instrumental in their success, with a 22-5-1 record and impressive statistics. The Jets currently have a power ranking of 12 and are ranked third in the league for offense and first for defense. Despite a recent loss against Ottawa, the Jets will aim to continue their strong performance moving forward. Be sure to check out potential betting opportunities and sportsbook promos surrounding the team's upcoming games.

Winnipeg Jets' Dominant Offense Set to Challenge Struggling Ottawa Senators

The Winnipeg Jets have demonstrated strong offensive capabilities, winning four of their last five games and scoring 12 goals in their last three games, showcasing a high level of performance on special teams with a 32 percent conversion rate on power play opportunities, currently leading the league in this category. In contrast, the Ottawa Senators have struggled defensively, allowing nine goals in their last three games and ranking 22nd in the league in penalty kills. Although the Senators have scored nine goals in their past three games and have a solid 23 percent conversion rate on power play opportunities, ranking ninth in the league, they are likely to face challenges against the Jets, who have only allowed five goals in their last three games and sit 17th in the league in penalty kills. Given this analysis, the Jets are favored to cover the money line in the upcoming game against the Senators.

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SportsJaw Senators vs Jets archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Senators vs Jets matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Ottawa Senators+135 → +150Moved
  • Moneyline · Winnipeg Jets-155 → -171Moved
  • Spread · Ottawa Senators+1.5 (-195) → +1.5 (-175)Moved
  • Spread · Winnipeg Jets-1.5 (+165) → -1.5 (+152)Moved
  • Total · Over6 (-110) → 6 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under6 (-110) → 6 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Ottawa Senators
8-4 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 1-7-2 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Winnipeg Jets
4-4 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 4-5-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-28T11:16:10.815Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

No completed head-to-head result is available in the current history window.

Final result

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Winnipeg Jets defeated Ottawa Senators 4-2

Winnipeg Jets defeated Ottawa Senators 4-2 on December 28, 2024, a 2-goal decision in the series. Winnipeg Jets' strongest period was the 3rd period, when it outscored its opponent 2-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Ottawa Senators +1.5 (-175) spread, Winnipeg Jets covered, while the 6 total pushed.

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Tipster picks

  • AliencreationMoneyline · Winnipeg Jets -154Win
  • CoolioTotal · Over 6 (-110)Push
  • Mr_BiggsMoneyline · Winnipeg Jets -157Win