Senators vs. Avalanche Player Props, Picks and Predictions – Thursday, Dec. 21

We have your Ottawa Senators vs. Colorado Avalanche prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Ottawa Senators hit the road to face the Colorado Avalanche.

The Colorado Avalanche (19-11-2) are set to host the Ottawa Senators (11-16-0) in a clash at Ball Arena. As the Avalanche aim to rebound from a recent loss, the Senators are desperate to snap a five-game losing streak, making this matchup a critical juncture for both teams’ seasons.

Ottawa Senators vs. Colorado Avalanche Odds Info

Moneyline: Ottawa Senators +140 (DraftKings) / Colorado Avalanche -162 (BetRivers)

Puck Line: -1.5 – Ottawa Senators -170 (DraftKings) / Colorado Avalanche +148 (BetRivers)

Total: 6.5 – +106 (BetRivers) / -118 (FanDuel)

Game Info

Date: Thursday, Dec. 21

Time: 09:00 PM

Location: Ball Arena – Denver, CO

TV: ESPN+

Ottawa Senators Betting Trends

• On the road this season, the Ottawa Senators have 3 wins and 7 losses.
• As the underdog this season, the Ottawa Senators have 5 wins and 9 losses.
• This season, the Ottawa Senators have hit 17 overs and 10 unders.

Colorado Avalanche Betting Trends

• At home this season, the Colorado Avalanche have 12 wins and 4 losses.
• As the favorite this season, the Colorado Avalanche have 18 wins and 12 losses.
• This season, the Colorado Avalanche have hit 18 overs and 14 unders.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

Over the last three seasons, the Ottawa Senators and Colorado Avalanche have faced off four times, with the Avalanche emerging victorious in three of those encounters. The games, spanning from the 2021-2022 to the 2022-2023 season, have seen the home team win three times, indicating a strong home-ice advantage. The Senators and Avalanche have each covered the spread twice, suggesting a relatively even matchup in terms of betting expectations. Notably, all four games have resulted in high-scoring affairs, with the total score surpassing the over-under line each time. The Avalanche have shown a strong offensive presence, with a total of 24 goals across the four games, while the Senators have netted 15 goals. The Avalanche’s goaltending has been more effective, with a cumulative save percentage of 0.829 compared to the Senators’ 0.849. The Senators have been more physical in their play, recording more hits in three out of the four games, but this has not translated into more wins.

The most recent game between the two teams took place on March 16, 2023, with the Colorado Avalanche narrowly defeating the Ottawa Senators with a final score of 5-4. The Avalanche, who were the favorites with a closing moneyline of -125, managed to secure the win despite a strong push from the Senators. The game was characterized by a high number of shots on goal from both teams, with the Senators taking 36 shots and the Avalanche 30. Special teams played a significant role, with the Avalanche converting 33.3% of their power plays and the Senators 40.0%. The Senators displayed a more aggressive game with 28 hits compared to the Avalanche’s 15, and both teams were nearly even in the faceoff circle. The Senators’ goaltender, Mads Sogaard, ended the game with a save percentage of 0.833, while the Avalanche’s Jonas Johansson posted a slightly higher save percentage of 0.889. Despite the loss, the Senators managed to cover the spread as underdogs with a closing spread of +1.5.

Ottawa Senators vs. Colorado Avalanche Predictions

The Ottawa Senators are entering this game on a precarious five-game losing streak, sitting at the bottom of the Eastern Conference. With the team’s recent coaching change, the Senators are looking for a spark to ignite their performance. Tim Stutzle has been a standout for Ottawa, leading the team with 30 points, and will be a key player to watch. The Senators’ offense has shown potential, but consistency has been an issue, and they’ll need to step up against a Colorado team known for its scoring ability.

Colorado, on the other hand, has been more successful this season, currently holding a playoff spot in the Western Conference. Despite a recent loss, the Avalanche have been strong at home with a 12-4-0 record at Ball Arena. Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen have been driving forces for the Avalanche’s offense, which ranks among the top in the league. The team’s defense, however, has been less consistent, and they’ll need to tighten up to fend off the Senators’ attackers.

This game could come down to key matchups, particularly the Senators’ ability to contain MacKinnon and Rantanen. Additionally, the Senators’ power play, which has been effective at times, will face a stern test against the Avalanche’s penalty kill. With both teams eager to secure a win before the holiday break, this matchup promises to be an intense battle on the ice.

Ottawa Senators vs. Colorado Avalanche Pick

The Ottawa Senators come into this game as underdogs, but there are compelling reasons to believe they could upset the Colorado Avalanche. Despite their current losing streak, the Senators have shown they can score goals, particularly with Tim Stutzle leading the charge. The Avalanche’s recent defensive inconsistencies, coupled with the Senators’ potential for a bounce-back under new interim coaching, suggest that Ottawa could take advantage of any lapses in Colorado’s play. Furthermore, the Senators have historically managed to cover the spread against the Avalanche, indicating they often play them close, which could translate into a win if they capitalize on their chances.

While the Avalanche are strong at home, the Senators are due for a turnaround, and the urgency to snap their losing streak before the holiday break could provide the necessary motivation. Considering the favorable moneyline odds for Ottawa, the potential return on investment is attractive. The Senators’ aggressive play and power play efficiency could be the difference-makers in this matchup. Given these factors, the smart pick here is to take a chance on the Ottawa Senators moneyline bet, anticipating that they will rise to the occasion against the Avalanche.

The Pick: Ottawa Senators +140 (DraftKings)

Ottawa Senators vs. Colorado Avalanche Player Prop Picks

Here are the players who have hit over their current prop line in at least 7 of their last 10 games.

Ottawa Senators

Colorado Avalanche