Roster Rundown
Ottawa Senators are coming into this game with a few heavy hitters in their lineup. Brady Tkachuk, the team captain, has been a force on the ice with his impressive tally of 35 goals and 45 assists last season. Tim Stutzle, another key player, has also been delivering exceptional performances, bagging 32 goals and 37 assists. Drake Batherson is a name to watch with his knack for finding the back of the net, contributing 25 goals and 30 assists. Claude Giroux, the seasoned veteran, adds his wealth of experience with 20 goals and 50 assists to his name. Notably absent from this lineup are Tyler Kleven and Shane Pinto, both dealing with injuries that have kept them off the rink.
On the
Montreal Canadiens side, Nick Suzuki leads the charge with 28 goals and 42 assists. Cole Caufield, known for his electrifying speed and precision, has notched up 30 goals and 35 assists. Josh Anderson, a physical presence on the ice, brings 22 goals and 25 assists to the table. Michael Matheson anchors the defense, contributing 10 goals and 30 assists. Unfortunately, the Habs will be missing the services of Christian Dvorak and Arber Xhekaj due to injuries.
Head-to-Head
The history between these two teams is rich, with Ottawa holding a slight edge. In their last three encounters,
Ottawa Senators have emerged victorious twice, with the following results:
Ottawa Senators 3-2
Montreal Canadiens [January 14, 2025],
Montreal Canadiens 4-2
Ottawa Senators [March 10, 2025],
Ottawa Senators 3-1
Montreal Canadiens [March 25, 2025].
Recent Form
Ottawa Senators have had a mixed bag in their last five outings. They suffered a loss against the Columbus Blue Jackets (5-2) but bounced back with a win against the same team (4-0). They continued their winning streak against the Florida Panthers (3-0) and Tampa Bay Lightning (2-1) before falling to the Buffalo Sabres (5-2).
Montreal Canadiens are riding high on a five-game winning streak. They defeated the Detroit Red Wings (4-1), Nashville Predators (2-1), Philadelphia Flyers (3-2), Boston Bruins (4-1), and Florida Panthers (3-2), showcasing their current form and determination.
Wrap-Up
Crunching numbers, it's clear Ottawa's key players like Tkachuk and Stutzle need to maintain their goal-scoring prowess. Montreal, on an impressive winning streak, will rely heavily on Suzuki and Caufield to continue their offensive surge. Although Ottawa's recent form has been patchy, their victories against strong teams show they can rise to the occasion. Montreal's consistent form makes them formidable, but absences could tip the scales. Both teams need to crash the net and capitalize on power play opportunities. Ottawa's defense will be crucial, especially with Pinto and Kleven missing.
Summary
This matchup promises to be a tight contest. Ottawa's recent inconsistencies could be a concern, but their historical edge over Montreal suggests they won’t go down easy. Montreal’s streak and offensive depth give them an upper hand, but without key players, they'll need to dig deep. Expect a battle of wits and skill, with each team looking to exploit the other's weaknesses. It's anyone’s game, but Montreal's current momentum might just carry them through.
Match Odds Ottawa Senators – Montreal Canadiens
Leon's odds are 1.06 on Ottawa Senators winning at own stadium.
At this moment our odds are equal to 81 on Montreal Canadiens visiting team's winning.
Draw odds are 13.
