Free NHL Hockey Prediction: Florida vs. Senators NHL Odds
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(57-17-6) Florida Panthers vs. Ottawa Senators (32-41-7)
Date: Thursday, April 28
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Venue: Canadian Tire Centre, Ottawa
NHL Hockey Moneyline Odds: Florida OFF Senators OFF (Bet Now!)
NHL Hockey Puck Line Odds: Florida OFF Senators OFF
NHL Betting Total: O/U OFF
Florida Panthers
In Florida’s 80 games, the over has hit in over half of their games, going 45-30-5. So far, the team has been less likely to go over the betting line when playing on the road, going just 18-19-2. On the season 69.0% of Florida’s games have gone for at least 6 goals or more, with 58% of the scoring coming from the Panthers Coming into this game the Senators have an over-under record of 33-43-4.
When playing at home, the over is hitting less than half the time, going 19-21. On the season 47.0% of Ottawa’s games have gone for at least 6 goals or more, with 45.0% of the scoring coming from the Senators
In 5 on 5 situations, the Florida Panthers have a shooting percentage of 8.5%, placing them above the league average. Their shooting efficiency is a key reason for their offensive success as they are also generating 5 on 5 scoring chances at an above-average rate. Based on the quality of their shot attempts, advanced metrics show the Panthers should have at least 4.5 more goals on their total.
On the season, their high danger scoring chance figure of 8.24 per game, compares favorably to other NHL Teams.
Ottawa Senators
In Ottawa’s 80 games, they have an above .500 record against the spread, going 46-34 So far, the Senators have been a good bet at home as they have covered in 23 of their 40 games at Canadian Tire Centre. On the season, the Ottawa Senators have a per-game scoring differential of -0.46. Things haven’t gone any better at home, as they losing home games by an average of -0.47 goals.
Heading into their game with the Florida Panthers, the Senators have a 4-1 record over their past five contests. In these games, they have scored 19 goals, accounting for 54.0% of the overall scoring. A key to this recent success is the fact that they have outscored their usual output of 2.75 goals per game 3 times.
When looking at the Ottawa Senators’ performance during 5 on 5 times, their shooting percentage of 7.3% puts them below the league average. This lack of efficiency has been a problem for the team as they are also struggling to generate 5 on 5 scoring chances. Based on the quality of their shot attempts, advanced metrics show the Senators should have at least 12.8 more goals on their total.
NHL Betting Trends:
- Panthers are 45-9 in their last 54 vs. a team with a losing record.
- Panthers are 9-2 in their last 11 when their opponent scores 5 goals or more in their previous game.
- Senators are 6-1 in their last 7 vs. Atlantic.
- Senators are 5-1 in their last 6 vs. Eastern Conference.
Free Florida Panthers vs. Ottawa Senators NHL Prediction
When looking at the two team’s goalie units, they are ranked similar in terms of save percentage. So far, the Panthers are ranked 14th in save percentage, slightly higher than Ottawa at 15th. However, in high-danger scoring situations, the Panthers have been a far better team, ranking 5th compared to Ottawa at 15th.
Given that Florida is also a better offensive unit, look for the Panthers to pick up the road win. In terms of over-under betting, I see this being a high-scoring contest, led by a strong game from the Panthers.
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