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Blue Jackets and Senators Set to Clash in Crucial Playoff Push Game

The Columbus Blue Jackets and Ottawa Senators are set to face off in a crucial game as both teams vie for playoff spots. The Blue Jackets are just a few points out of a playoff position with a 33-29-9 record, while the Senators hold the top wild card spot in the Eastern Conference with a record of 38-28-5. Ottawa is the betting favorite for this game with a -195 opening line that has remained unchanged. For more insights and predictions on this matchup, be sure to check out our NHL Picks for this season.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Blue Jackets +170 | Senators -195
• Spread: Blue Jackets +1.5 (-142) | Senators -1.5 (+118)
• Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Ottawa will win straight-up is 66%.

Columbus vs Ottawa Stats

Columbus Blue Jackets

The Columbus Blue Jackets are having a successful season with a strong offense led by key players such as Kirill Marchenko, Kent Johnson, and Adam Fantilli. They have scored a total of 70 goals and 115 assists. The offense has been further supported by players like Sean Monahan, Dmitri Voronkov, and James van Riemsdyk. On the defensive side, Zach Werenski and Dante Fabbro have shown resilience, but the unit as a whole has struggled, allowing opponents to score freely. Goaltender Daniil Tarasov has had difficulties with a .882 save percentage and 3.51 goals-against average. Overall, the team has a 33-29-9 record and is currently ranked 10th in offense, 26th in defense, and has a power ranking of 7.

Ottawa Senators Analysis

The Ottawa Senators are having a successful season despite their struggling offense, which only scores an average of 2.92 goals per game. Key players such as Tim Stutzle, Brady Tkachuk, and Drake Batherson have been instrumental in contributing to the team's goals, but the rest of the offense has faced challenges. The defense, however, has been strong, allowing only 2.87 goals per game and showing improvement in recent games by allowing just eight goals in their last three matchups. Players such as Thomas Chabot, Nick Jensen, Jake Sanderson, and Artem Zub have been impactful in bolstering the defensive unit. Goaltender Linus Ullmark has also been a standout performer with a .908 save percentage and a 2.78 goals-against average. Despite their offensive struggles, the Senators hold a power ranking of 18 and rank 19th in offense, 13th in defense, and have an overall record of 38-28-5. In their recent games against Columbus, the Senators went 2-1-0.

Blue Jackets Face Tough Challenge Against Senators in Playoff Push

The Blue Jackets are looking to secure a spot in the playoffs, but will face a tough challenge against the Senators who are having a successful season. With a high average of 3.31 goals allowed per game, the Blue Jackets will struggle to contain the Senators' offensive prowess led by Brady Tkachuk and Drake Batherson. Conversely, the Senators' solid defense, limiting opponents to 2.87 goals per game, is expected to stifle the Blue Jackets' offensive efforts. Key players such as Thomas Chabot and Nick Jensen will work to create turnovers and prevent shots on goal, providing goaltender Linus Ullmark with ample opportunity to make crucial saves. Ultimately, the Senators are predicted to come out victorious and achieve a dominant performance at home, likely covering the spread in the process.

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