Ottawa Senators vs Pittsburgh Penguins Betting Pick & Prediction for NHL Regular Season Game on 2/2

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The Ottawa Senators will visit the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena on Monday. The game is part of the NHL Regular Season. The Senators come into this game with a record of 26-21-7.

The Penguins hold a record of 28-14-11 and will look to use their home advantage. Pittsburgh ranks second in the Eastern Metropolitan Division. Ottawa ranks seventh in the Eastern Atlantic Division.

Senators vs Penguins Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Ottawa Senators vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
  • Venue: PPG Paints Arena
  • Date: Monday, February 2, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Pittsburgh Penguins -114, Ottawa Senators -105

Ottawa Senators Team Preview

The Ottawa Senators have been on a roll lately, winning three of their last five games. They secured a 4-1 victory over the New Jersey Devils, with Brady Tkachuk contributing one goal and two assists. In that game, the Senators had 34 shots on goal and two power-play goals.

Tim Stützle has been a key player for Ottawa, with consistent performances across recent games. He has 25 goals and 32 assists this season, making him a top contributor. Stützle’s efforts include scoring in wins against both the Colorado Avalanche and the Vegas Golden Knights.

On the defensive side, Jake Sanderson has been making an impact. He has ten goals and 34 assists this season. Sanderson also recorded multiple assists in recent games, including two in their win over New Jersey.

Pittsburgh Penguins Team Preview

The Pittsburgh Penguins have been on a roll with recent wins. They defeated the New York Rangers 6-5 in a close game at home. Anthony Mantha and Noel Acciari each scored twice, leading the team to victory.

In another home game, the Penguins took down the Chicago Blackhawks 6-2. Connor Dewar stood out with two goals, while Anthony Mantha contributed a goal and two assists. The Penguins dominated with 45 shots on goal compared to the Blackhawks’ 20.

The Penguins also secured a win against the Vancouver Canucks, finishing 3-2. Benjamin Kindel scored two goals, and goalie Stuart Skinner made 30 saves on 32 shots. This game marked another solid performance for Pittsburgh on the road.

BTB Betting Pick

The Pittsburgh Penguins are slightly favored with a moneyline of -114 against the Ottawa Senators at -105. Pittsburgh’s strong goaltending, with 147 goals against ranking 6th, gives them an edge. The projected score is Pittsburgh 4, Ottawa 3. We recommend picking the Penguins to win.

The over/under line is set at 6.5, with the over at +101 and the under at -122. Both teams have shown offensive strength, each scoring 180 goals this season. The projected total score is 7. We recommend taking the over.