In this article, we will formulate a Penguins vs Senators betting prediction for this NHL showdown on Tuesday, March 12th at the Canadien Tire Centre. We will take a look at:
-The Pittsburgh Penguins recent form and recent player performance
-The Ottawa Senators recent form and recent player performance
-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between Penguins and Senators.
Penguins Coming off Another Overtime Loss
The Penguins faced off against the Edmonton Oilers in the last game and they were awful. The Penguins scored zero goals while the defense gave up four goals and that led to the defeat. Tristan Jarry started in goal and he saved 38 of the 42 shots that he faced. The Penguins are averaging 2.833 goals while their defense is giving up 2.89 goals per game. The offense is ranked 25th in the league while the defense is ranked 10th. Sidney Crosby has scored 32 goals and added 32 assists so far this season. The Penguins will take on the Sharks and Rangers after this one.
Senators Have Lost Seven Straight Games
The Senators are really struggling heading into this game and they have lost seven straight games. In the last game against the San Jose Sharks, the Senators only scored a goal and they ended up losing by one. Tim Stutzle was the only goal scorer for the Senators. Ottawa is averaging 3.19 goals, while their defense is giving up 3.58 goals per game. The offense is ranked 13th in the league, while the defense is ranked 28th.
Ottawa Senators Team Facts
- The Senators have lost each of their last seven games.
- The underdogs have covered the puck line in nine of the Senators’ last 10 games at Canadian Tire Centre.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 2′ market has hit in each of the Senators’ last 17 night games at Canadian Tire Centre.
- The Senators have won the second period in each of their last four night games at Canadian Tire Centre following a road loss.
Pittsburgh Penguins Team Facts
- The Penguins have lost six of their last seven games.
- The underdogs have covered the puck line in 10 of the Penguins’ last 12 games at Canadian Tire Centre.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in 12 of the Penguins’ last 15 games against opponents on a losing streak.
- The Penguins have won the third period in each of their last six night games following a home loss.
Penguins vs Senators Betting Prediction
There are better games on the board to bet. The Senators have lost seven games in a row, and their defense is going to struggle again here. The Senators are giving up 3.58 goals per game, and they are going to really struggle in this game. Look for the Penguins’ offense to get out to a fast start with the offense, and that will be the difference here. Back the Penguins on the money line to cash.