- The Senators are a -1.5 goal favorite vs. the Devils
- Devils vs. Senators Total (Over/Under): 6 goals
- TV Channel: MSG | RSN1 | TVA2
The New Jersey Devils (28-24) visit Canadian Tire Centre to take on the Ottawa Senators (25-21) on Jan. 31 in Ottawa, ON. The puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 pm.
The Senators are betting favorites in this NHL hockey matchup, with the puck line sitting at -1.5 (+155).
The Devils vs. Senators Over/Under is 6 total goals.
Devils vs. Senators Odds, Spread, Over/Under:
| Spread (Puck line) | Total (O/U) | Moneyline | |
| Devils | +1.5 -190 | 6 -118 | +125 |
| Senators | -1.5 +155 | 6 -102 | -102 |
Devils vs Senators Prediction:
The winning team model predicts the Senators will win this game with 73.1% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive and defensive matchups, and recent game results.
Devils vs Senators Spread Prediction:
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Devils will cover the spread with 59.6% confidence.
This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performance for both teams, opening and current betting lines, plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.
NHL Odds at the BetMGM Sportsbook
Devils Best Bets & Trends
- The New Jersey Devils have hit the 1P Game Total Under in 11 of their last 13 away games (+8.95 Units / 65% ROI)
- The New Jersey Devils have hit the 3P Game Total Under in 14 of their last 25 games (+7.50 Units / 28% ROI)
- The New Jersey Devils have hit the 2P Game Total Under in 13 of their last 25 away games (+6.65 Units / 22% ROI)
- The New Jersey Devils have hit the Game Total Under in 16 of their last 25 games (+6.15 Units / 22% ROI)
- The New Jersey Devils have covered the 1P Puck Line in 5 of their last 6 away games (+5.15 Units / 59% ROI)
Senators Best Bets & Trends
- The Ottawa Senators have hit the 2P Game Total Over in 17 of their last 25 games (+12.85 Units / 39% ROI)
- The Ottawa Senators have hit the 1P Game Total Over in 15 of their last 20 games (+9.00 Units / 32% ROI)
- The Ottawa Senators have covered the 2P Puck Line in 7 of their last 9 games at home (+6.85 Units / 59% ROI)
- The Ottawa Senators have covered the 1P Puck Line in 7 of their last 9 games (+6.20 Units / 48% ROI)
- The Ottawa Senators have hit the 2P Moneyline in 6 of their last 9 games at home (+5.00 Units / 42% ROI)
Devils Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Devils are 19-35 against the spread this NHL season (-21.1 Units / -26.62% ROI).
- Devils are 28-26 when betting on the Moneyline for -1.1 Units /-1.62% ROI
- Devils are 22-31 when betting the Over for -12.1 Units / -20.22% ROI
- Devils are 31-22 when betting the Under for +7.25 Units /12.22% ROI
Senators Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Senators are 22-31 against the spread this NHL season (-6.45 Units /-9.01% ROI).
- Senators are 25-28 when betting on the Moneyline for -8.65 Units / -12.32% ROI
- Senators are 31-21 when betting the Over for +7.25 Units / 12.12% ROI
- Senators are 21-31 when betting the Under for -12.1 Units / -21.17% ROI
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions for for Senators vs Devils
| Player Name | Odds to Score a Goal |
|---|---|
| Brady Tkachuk (Ott) | +165 |
| Tim Stuetzle (OTT) | +195 |
| Timo Meier (NJ) | +225 |
| Dylan Cozens (OTT) | +230 |
| Nico Hischier (NJ) | +210 |
| Drake Batherson (Ott) | +250 |
Points Per Game Predictions for Senators vs Devils
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Timo Meier (NJ) | 0.5 -105 | 0.5 -125 |
| Dawson Mercer (NJ) | 0.5 +135 | 0.5 -185 |
| Thomas Chabot (OTT) | 0.5 +120 | 0.5 -160 |
| Shane Pinto (OTT) | 0.5 +105 | 0.5 -140 |
| Tim Stutzle (OTT) | 0.5 -235 | 0.5 +170 |
Shots on Goal Predictions for Senators vs Devils
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Timo Meier (NJ) | 2.5 -185 | 2.5 +130 |
| Dawson Mercer (NJ) | 1.5 +105 | 1.5 -145 |
| Thomas Chabot (OTT) | 1.5 -150 | 1.5 +110 |
| Shane Pinto (OTT) | 1.5 -140 | 1.5 +100 |
| Tim Stutzle (OTT) | 1.5 -200 | 1.5 +145 |
Devils: Keys to the Game vs. Senators
The Devils were 1-25 (.038) when trailing after the second period last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .148
The Devils were 3-23 (.115) when trailing after the first period last season — 4th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .285
The Devils are 1-19 (.050) when trailing after the second period this season — 4th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .137
The Devils are 2-44 (.043) when trailing after the second period since the start of the 2024-25 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .144
Senators: Keys to the Game vs. Devils
The Senators are 7-13 (.350) when recording less than 30 shots on goal this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .501
The Senators were 22-5 (.815) when leading after the first period last season — 7th best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .715
The Senators are 2-18 (.100) when trailing after the second period this season — tied for 10th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .137
The Senators were 4-23 (.148) when trailing after the first period last season — 6th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .285
Devils Offensive Stats & Trends
The Devils have scored on 13% of second chance opportunities since the start of the 2023-24 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 17%
The Devils have scored on 12% of second chance opportunities since the start of the 2024-25 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 17%
The Devils have scored on 8% of second chance opportunities this season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 16%
The Devils scored on 5% of rush chances while trailing last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 10%
Senators Offensive Stats & Trends
The Senators have 5 second chance scoring opportunities while shorthanded this season — tied for most among NHL Teams
The Senators have 16 cycle chances in 4v4 situations this season — most among NHL Teams
The Senators have 10 second chance scoring opportunities in 4v4 situations since the start of the 2023-24 season — tied for most among NHL Teams
The Senators had 0.3 points per game while shorthanded last season — tied for 2nd best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.2
Devils Defensive Stats & Trends
The Devils have allowed 0.0 goals per game while their opponent is shorthanded since the start of the 2024-25 season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.1
The Devils have allowed 0.0 goals per game while their opponent is shorthanded this season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.1
The Devils allowed opponents to score on 7% of cycle chances in the second period last season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 10%
The Devils allowed 0.5 goals per game against the power play last season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.6
Senators Defensive Stats & Trends
The Senators have allowed opponents to score on 23% of rush chances in the third period this season — highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 12%
The Senators have a .791 slot save percentage this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .829
The Senators have allowed 1.3 rush chances per game in the third period this season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 1.9
The Senators have allowed opponents to score on 24% of second chance opportunities this season — 2nd highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 16%
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