Washington Capitals vs Ottawa Senators Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/1

This article was published on Jan 1, 2026. Today’s picks NHL picks

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The Washington Capitals will visit the Ottawa Senators in an NHL regular season game. The game will take place at the Canadian Tire Centre. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+ at 1:00 PM on Thursday, January 1, 2026.

The Capitals have a record of 21-14-5 this season. They rank 7th in the Eastern Conference and 4th in the Metropolitan Division. The Senators hold an 18-15-5 record, standing 15th in the conference and 8th in the Atlantic Division.

Capitals vs Senators Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Washington Capitals vs. Ottawa Senators
  • Venue: Canadian Tire Centre
  • Date: Thursday, January 1, 2026
  • Betting Odds:
    • Washington Capitals Puck Line: +1.5 (-211)
    • Ottawa Senators Puck Line: -1.5 (+174)
    • Washington Capitals MoneyLine: +122
    • Ottawa Senators MoneyLine: -144
    • Over/Under: 6.0
    • Favorite: Ottawa Senators
    • Underdog: Washington Capitals

Washington Capitals Team Preview

The Washington Capitals have seen mixed results in their recent games. They secured a strong win against the New York Rangers with a 6-3 score. Tom Wilson contributed significantly with two goals and an assist.

In their game against the Florida Panthers, the Capitals lost 5-3. Dylan Strome was active, scoring a goal and assisting twice. Despite the loss, the team managed to put up 27 shots on goal.

Washington’s defense has been consistent, with 21 blocks in multiple games. Their goaltender, Charlie Lindgren, played a key role, especially against the Rangers. The Capitals will look to maintain their defensive efforts in upcoming games.

Ottawa Senators Team Preview

The Ottawa Senators have faced some challenges recently. They have lost their last three games, including a 4-1 defeat against the Columbus Blue Jackets. In that game, they managed 28 shots on goal but only scored once.

Despite recent setbacks, the Senators have shown strong offensive capabilities. They ranked 12th in the league for goals with 122. Their power play has been effective, ranking 3rd with 31 power play goals.

Tim Stützle leads the team with 41 points, including 19 goals and 22 assists. Drake Batherson and Dylan Cozens also contribute significantly to the team’s offense. Linus Ullmark has been the main goaltender, with 14 wins this season.

BTB Betting Pick

The Ottawa Senators are favored to win with a moneyline of -144. They have stronger skater stats, including a higher rank in power play goals. The projected score is Ottawa 4, Washington 2, making Ottawa the pick to win the game.

The total for this game is set at 6.0, with the odds slightly favoring the under at -112. Ottawa’s defensive stats, like goals against, suggest a lower scoring game. The projected total is 6, so the under is the recommended play.