As the Olympic break approaches, the Ottawa Senators are set to face off against the Philadelphia Flyers at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Thursday, February 5. This matchup is anticipated as the Senators look to secure a victory and carry positive momentum into the break.
In terms of predictions, the Senators are favored to win, with a moneyline of -125 indicating confidence in their performance. Ottawa boasts impressive underlying metrics at even strength, ranking fourth in Corsi For percentage and holding a strong expected goals percentage. The team’s goaltending has also been a standout, particularly Linus Ullmark, who has showcased remarkable form since his return to the lineup. In his two starts, Ullmark has accumulated a .930 save percentage, successfully stopping 40 of 43 shots faced, and is above expectations in goals allowed.
On the offensive end, the Senators’ winger, Drake Batherson, is on a scoring streak, having registered points in four consecutive games while skating alongside top scorer Tim Stutzle. Additionally, defenseman Thomas Chabot has found his footing after returning from injury, consistently contributing with a strong shot attempt rate during recent games.
The Senators vs. Flyers matchup offers an enticing opportunity for bettors, particularly on same-game parlays. The suggested parlay includes the Senators moneyline, Batherson to record over 0.5 points, and Chabot to register over 1.5 shots on goal.
As for the latest odds, they currently favor the Senators at -125 on the moneyline, while the Flyers sit at +105. The puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET, and the game will be broadcast on TSN5.
In recent history, the Senators have shown resilience, successfully covering the puck line in nine of their last 14 away games, providing a positive return on investment for those betting on them. As fans look forward to this exciting matchup against the Flyers, there’s plenty of optimism for a solid performance from the Senators before they head into the break.