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Ottawa Senators vs. Boston Bruins: Preview, Predictions and Picks for January 23, 2025

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Jan 23, 2025 8:15 PM
The Ottawa Senators, leading the regular season series 2-0, travel to TD Garden to face off against the Boston Bruins on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are evenly matched, with identical 52-point totals, setting the stage for an intense Atlantic Division showdown. The Bruins will look to capitalize on their strong 14-7-3 home record to even the series.
Ottawa Senators vs Boston Bruins

Current Odds

OTT
BOS
Over
2.5
-160
Under
2.5
+162
OTT
+1.5
-179
BOS
-1.5
+195
OTT
ML
+350
BOS
ML
-310

Senators vs Bruins statistics

Stat Senators Bruins
Goals For per Game 2.79 2.73
Goals Against Average 2.79 3.20
Shots per Game 29.3 27.6
Shots Against per Game 27.3 28.6
Power Play Goals 34 21
Power Play Goals Against 30 38
Short Handed Goals 4 4
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 422 526
Power Play Percentage 22.7 13.5
Penalty Kill Percentage 77.9 75.0

Boston Bruins recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
1/20/25 vs San Jose Sharks W 6-3
1/18/25 @ Ottawa Senators L 6-5 SO
1/14/25 vs Tampa Bay Lightning W 6-2
1/11/25 @ Florida Panthers W 4-3 OT
1/9/25 @ Tampa Bay Lightning L 4-1

Ottawa Senators recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
1/21/25 @ New York Rangers L 5-0
1/19/25 @ New Jersey Devils W 2-1
1/18/25 vs Boston Bruins W 6-5 SO
1/16/25 vs Washington Capitals L 1-0 OT
1/14/25 @ New York Islanders W 2-0

Boston Bruins injuries

  • Trent Frederic (C): Out
  • Cole Koepke (LW): Injured Reserve
  • Mark Kastelic (C): Injured Reserve
  • Charlie McAvoy (D): Injured Reserve
  • Hampus Lindholm (D): Injured Reserve

Ottawa Senators injuries

  • David Perron (LW): Injured Reserve
  • Josh Norris (C): Out
  • Cole Reinhardt (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Zack MacEwen (RW): Out
  • Linus Ullmark (G): Injured Reserve

Senators vs Bruins game info

Type Info
Venue TD Garden
Location Boston, MA
Puck drop Thu 7:00 PM

Senators vs Bruins predictions

As excitement builds for this Atlantic Division match-up, the Ottawa Senators, led by dynamic talents like Brady Tkachuk and Tim Stutzle, are in the spotlight. Tkachuk has been a force on the ice with 18 goals this season, and despite his day-to-day injury status, fans are hopeful he’ll lace up his skates and bring his relentless energy to TD Garden. Meanwhile, Stutzle’s impressive tally of 30 assists and 45 points paints him as a key offensive catalyst for the Senators. Even if he's nursing injuries, his knack for setting up plays could be crucial. Imagine the synergy these players create; who wouldn’t want to see that translated into a win?

On the other side of the rink, the Boston Bruins will be looking toward their shining star, David Pastrnak, to lead them offensively. With 22 goals to his name, Pastrnak is certainly no stranger to lighting the lamp. Can you imagine the roar of the home crowd if Pastrnak adds to his 54 points with another dazzling performance? His skill in crafting opportunities for both himself and his teammates with his 32 assists makes him indispensable to the Bruins’ game plan. As he navigates his day-to-day status, the anticipation around his availability fills TD Garden with bated breath.

It’s anyone’s guess who will come out on top when these two evenly matched teams clash again. With both teams locked at 52 points, it’s hard to ignore the home advantage for the Bruins, who boast a solid 14-7-3 record at TD Garden. But, the Senators have already bested Boston twice this season, which might give them a psychological edge. Considering all this, my hunch - call it a gut feeling - leans toward the Senators eking out a victory in a tight, thrilling encounter. After all, this is hockey, where the unexpected often becomes the extraordinary. What do you think - will it be Ottawa’s night again, or will Boston rewrite the narrative?

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