Ottawa Senators vs Boston Bruins Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/21

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The Ottawa Senators will take on the Boston Bruins at TD Garden on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at 7:00 PM. This regular season game will air on ESPN+. The Senators, led by head coach Travis Green, have a record of 17-13-4 this season.

The Bruins, coached by Marco Sturm, hold a record of 20-16-1. They rank 9th in the conference and 4th in the division. Both teams are in the Eastern Atlantic Division, and this game adds another chapter to their rivalry.

Senators vs Bruins Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Ottawa Senators vs. Boston Bruins
  • Venue: TD Garden
  • Date: December 21, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Ottawa Senators -134, Boston Bruins +112

Ottawa Senators Team Preview

The Ottawa Senators have been on a strong run in recent games. They have won four of their last five outings. Their most recent win was against the Chicago Blackhawks with a score of 6-4.

Brady Tkachuk has been a standout player for the Senators. In the game against the Blackhawks, he scored two goals and had ten shots on goal. Tim Stützle has also been contributing, with three assists in their win over the Winnipeg Jets.

Linus Ullmark has been performing well as the goaltender. He recorded a shutout in their 4-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Ullmark’s saves have been key in keeping the Senators competitive in recent games.

Boston Bruins Team Preview

The Boston Bruins recently played a close game against the Vancouver Canucks but lost 5-4. They had 42 shots on goal, showing their ability to pressure the opponent’s net. Morgan Geekie contributed with one goal and one assist in that game.

In a previous game against the Edmonton Oilers, the Bruins fell short, losing 3-1. Despite having 26 shots on goal, they managed only one goal. Pavel Zacha scored the lone goal for the Bruins during a power play.

The Bruins found success against the Utah Mammoth, winning 4-1. They controlled the game with 23 shots on goal, while Morgan Geekie scored twice. David Pastrnak also played a key role, assisting on two goals with five shots on goal.

BTB Betting Pick

For the moneyline pick, the Ottawa Senators are favored at -134, while the Boston Bruins are the underdogs at +112. Ottawa has strong skater stats, including a high rank in power play goals and hits. Given their current form and stats, the Senators are likely to win this game. The projected score is Ottawa 4, Boston 3.

For the over/under pick, the total is set at 6.0 with the over at +100 and the under at -124. Both teams have shown good offensive capabilities, with Ottawa ranking 10th in goals and Boston 5th. Considering these factors, the game is likely to go over the total. The projected total score is 7.