Free NHL Hockey Prediction: Ottawa vs. Canucks NHL Odds
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(28-40-5) Ottawa Senators vs. Vancouver Canucks (37-28-10)
Date: Tuesday, April 19
Time: 1:00 PM ET
Venue: Rogers Arena, Vancouver
NHL Hockey Moneyline Odds: Ottawa OFF Canucks OFF (Bet Now!)
NHL Hockey Puck Line Odds: Ottawa +1.5 -180 Canucks -1.5 +150
NHL Betting Total: O/U 6.5
Ottawa Senators
Coming into this matchup, the Ottawa Senators are the 30th-ranked scoring offense. This low-scoring output comes despite ranking 19th in Corsi rating, meaning they are generating opportunities closer to the NHL average, but are coming away empty way too frequently.
These problems are also made evident as the unit ranks 21 in “scoring chances” but are 31st in goals scored during these opportunities.
On the season, Brady Tkachuk leads the team with 59 points, on 27 goals and 32 assists. For the year, he has accumulated a shooting percentage of 10.3%.
Defensively, the Senators have also had their struggles, ranking 19th in goals allowed. A key reason for their problems is their below-average defensive Corsi ratings (23rd).
When looking at the team’s goalie play, they have the 15th ranked save percentage at 91.67%. For the year, Anton Forsberg has a record of 19-16, with a quality start percentage of 67%.
Vancouver Canucks
Heading into this game, the Vancouver Canucks are the 25th-ranked scoring offense. However, advanced analytics show the group is ranked 18th in expected goals. Throughout the season, the group is well below the NHL average in high-danger scoring chances (28th). But, with these opportunities, their shooting percentage is closer to average at 20th.
Defensively, the Vancouver Canucks have a Corsi rating of 22nd in the league. However, despite giving up an above-average number of shots, they have a goals-allowed rating of 2nd. But, digging deeper, the team sits 17th in expected goals allowed.
When looking at their goalie play, the Canucks have benefited from their group posting the best save rate in the NHL at 93.27%. This number includes a high-danger save rate of 85.69%. A key reason for this is Thatcher Demko, who has a save percentage of 92%, and a quality start percentage of 59%.
NHL Betting Trends:
- Vancouver is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games
- Vancouver is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
- Ottawa is 8-1 ATS in its last 9 games
- Ottawa is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games on the road
Free Ottawa Senators vs. Vancouver Canucks NHL Prediction
In this matchup, the over-under betting line sits at 6.5 goals. This comes despite the Senators posting the top save rate in the NHL. When looking at the Senator’s offense, I don’t see this unit putting together a strong enough performance to help push this game of the betting total. In terms of the over-under, I recommend taking the under, as even if Vancouver has a good scoring night, it still won’t be enough.
If looking to pick a winner, I recommend rolling with Vancouver to pick up the home win. On the season, the Senators have done a decent job at generating scoring chances, but they are coming away empty far too often. Look for this to be a problem against an outstanding Canucks goalie group.
On the other side, I don’t see Vancouver having an outstanding scoring night, but it will still be enough to take down the Senators. With the win, the Canucks will be picking up their 6th straight win as they hope to make a late-season push in the Pacific Division.
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