Chicago Blackhawks vs Ottawa Senators Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/20

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The NHL regular season continues with the Chicago Blackhawks taking on the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. The game is set for Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 3:00 PM and will be broadcast on ESPN+. The Blackhawks have a record of 13-15-6, while the Senators stand at 16-13-4.

Jeff Blashill leads the Blackhawks, who are ranked 12th in the Western Conference and 7th in the Central Division. The Senators, coached by Travis Green, hold the 13th spot in the Eastern Conference and 6th in the Atlantic Division. Both teams are looking to improve their standings as the season progresses.

Blackhawks vs Senators Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Ottawa Senators
  • Venue: Canadian Tire Centre
  • Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Chicago Blackhawks +211, Ottawa Senators -253

Chicago Blackhawks Team Preview

The Chicago Blackhawks have had a tough run lately, losing four of their last five games. Their recent outing against the Montreal Canadiens ended in a 4-1 loss. In that game, Frank Nazar scored the only goal for the Blackhawks.

Spencer Knight has been in net for the Blackhawks and faced a lot of shots. In the game against the Canadiens, he made 31 saves on 34 shots. Despite these efforts, the team has struggled to secure wins.

Connor Bedard has been a key player for the Blackhawks this season. He has played 31 games and has 44 points with 19 goals and 25 assists. His performance will be crucial as the team looks to improve their results.

Ottawa Senators Team Preview

The Ottawa Senators are coming off a strong win against the Pittsburgh Penguins. They managed a 4-0 victory at home, with Linus Ullmark stopping all 25 shots for a shutout. Brady Tkachuk led the way with two goals, while Claude Giroux and Drake Batherson also contributed to the scoring.

In their game against the Winnipeg Jets, the Senators secured a narrow 3-2 win. Tim Stützle stood out with three assists and six shots on goal. Jake Sanderson and Brady Tkachuk each found the back of the net, helping Ottawa maintain their winning form.

Despite a 3-2 loss to the Minnesota Wild, the Senators displayed a solid effort. Dylan Cozens and Tim Stützle were key contributors, each recording a goal and an assist. The team also showed strength in power plays, scoring twice with the man advantage in that game.

BTB Betting Pick

The Ottawa Senators are favored to win against the Chicago Blackhawks. With a moneyline of -253, Ottawa is expected to come out on top. The projected score is Ottawa 4, Chicago 2, indicating a strong performance from the Senators.

For the over/under, the line is set at 5.5. The projected total score is 6, suggesting the game will go over. Both teams have shown they can score, making the over a reasonable pick.