Ottawa Senators vs Edmonton Oilers Betting Pick & Prediction for 3/3

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The NHL Regular Season continues as the Ottawa Senators travel to Rogers Place to take on the Edmonton Oilers. The game is set for Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 9:00 PM and will be broadcast on ESPN+. Both teams have similar records, with the Senators at 29-22-8 and the Oilers at 29-24-8, making this a competitive game to watch.

The Senators, led by Head Coach Travis Green, are ranked 12th in the Eastern Conference and 6th in the Atlantic Division. They have managed one shutout win this season. On the other hand, the Oilers, coached by Kris Knoblauch, hold the 7th spot in the Western Conference and 3rd in the Pacific Division. They have secured four shutout wins so far. Both teams are eager to improve their standings with a win.

Senators vs Oilers Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Ottawa Senators vs. Edmonton Oilers
  • Venue: Rogers Place
  • Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Edmonton Oilers MoneyLine -132, Ottawa Senators MoneyLine +112

Ottawa Senators Team Preview

The Ottawa Senators have been showing mixed results in their recent games. They managed a strong win against the Toronto Maple Leafs, taking the game 5-2. Dylan Cozens and Drake Batherson were key players, each scoring two goals in that game.

In their game against the Detroit Red Wings, the Senators fell short with a close 2-1 loss. Despite outshooting their opponents, they only managed one goal. Brady Tkachuk scored the lone goal for the Senators in this matchup.

Another recent win came against the Philadelphia Flyers, where the Senators secured a 2-1 victory. Nick Cousins and Tim Stützle were the goal scorers for Ottawa. Their defense held strong, allowing only one goal on 16 shots faced.

Edmonton Oilers Team Preview

The Edmonton Oilers have had a mixed bag of results in their recent games. In their last outing, they fell short against the San Jose Sharks, losing 5-4. This game saw Evan Bouchard and Connor McDavid each contribute with multiple points.

In their previous win, the Oilers dominated the Los Angeles Kings with an 8-1 victory. Leon Draisaitl and Jake Walman were standout performers in this game. This performance came after a tough loss to the Anaheim Ducks, where they lost 6-5.

Connor McDavid remains a key player for the Oilers, leading the team with 103 points this season. Leon Draisaitl is also contributing heavily with 85 points. On defense, Evan Bouchard is making an impact with 69 points and 81 blocks.

BTB Betting Pick

For the moneyline pick, the recommendation is to go with the Edmonton Oilers at -132. The Oilers have strong skater stats, ranking 2nd in goals and assists this season. With their scoring ability, they are projected to win the game with a score of 4-3.

For the over/under pick, the recommendation is to take the over at 6.5 (-122). Both teams have high scoring potential, with the Oilers ranking 2nd in goals and the Senators having a strong offensive showing. The projected total score is 7, suggesting the over is a solid choice.