Detroit Red Wings vs Ottawa Senators Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/5

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The Detroit Red Wings take on the Ottawa Senators in a regular-season NHL game. The game is set to take place at the Canadian Tire Centre on Monday, January 5, 2026, at 7:30 PM. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+.

Detroit, led by head coach Todd McLellan, comes into the game with a record of 24-15-4. Ottawa, under the guidance of head coach Travis Green, holds a record of 20-15-5. Both teams are in the Eastern Atlantic Division, making this a key division game for both sides.

Red Wings vs Senators Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Detroit Red Wings vs. Ottawa Senators
  • Venue: Canadian Tire Centre
  • Date: Monday, January 5, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Ottawa Senators MoneyLine -156, Detroit Red Wings MoneyLine +130

Detroit Red Wings Team Preview

The Detroit Red Wings have faced some tough games recently. They lost to the Pittsburgh Penguins twice, with scores of 4-3 and 4-1. They did grab a win against the Winnipeg Jets, winning 2-1 at home.

In their recent performances, Alex DeBrincat has been a key player. He scored goals in two of their last three games. His efforts help keep the team’s offense strong.

Goaltending has been a mixed bag for the Red Wings. Cam Talbot has been in net for several games, with varying results. The team will look for a more consistent performance in their upcoming games.

Ottawa Senators Team Preview

The Ottawa Senators have shown strength in their recent home games. They secured a win against the Winnipeg Jets with a 4-2 score. Thomas Chabot stood out with two goals, while the team had 27 shots on goal and scored twice on the power play.

In another home game, the Senators defeated the Washington Capitals 4-3. They managed 32 shots on goal and executed 32 hits. Ridly Greig contributed significantly with one goal and four shots on goal.

Despite a loss against the Columbus Blue Jackets, Ottawa displayed solid play. Jake Sanderson scored the lone goal for the Senators. The team had 28 shots on goal but couldn’t convert more opportunities in that game.

BTB Betting Pick

The Ottawa Senators are favored to win against the Detroit Red Wings with a MoneyLine of -156. Ottawa’s skaters have strong assist numbers, ranking 6th with 233 assists this season. With better overall skater stats, the projected score leans towards Ottawa winning 4-3. The recommendation is to pick the Ottawa Senators to win straight up.

The current total for the game is set at 6.0. Both teams have shown offensive capabilities, with Ottawa ranking 9th in goals and Detroit ranking 10th. Given the projected score of 4-3, the total points are expected to reach 7. This suggests taking the over at 6.0 (-117) is a solid pick.