Pittsburgh Penguins vs Ottawa Senators Betting Pick & Prediction for 3/26

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The Pittsburgh Penguins will travel to face the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. The game is set for Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 7:00 PM, airing on ESPN+. The Penguins hold a record of 35-20-16 and are ranked 3rd in the Eastern Metropolitan Division.

The Ottawa Senators come into this game with a record of 38-24-9. They are currently ranked 5th in the Eastern Atlantic Division. This matchup will see the Penguins trying to improve their standing against a competitive Senators team.

Penguins vs Senators Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Ottawa Senators
  • Venue: Canadian Tire Centre
  • Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Ottawa Senators MoneyLine -154, Pittsburgh Penguins MoneyLine +130

Pittsburgh Penguins Team Preview

The Pittsburgh Penguins have had a tough stretch recently. They lost their last two games against the Colorado Avalanche and the Carolina Hurricanes. The Penguins scored a combined three goals in those games while allowing eleven.

In their win against the Winnipeg Jets, the Penguins managed to score five goals. Yegor Chinakhov contributed with a goal and an assist. Erik Karlsson scored twice, helping the Penguins secure the narrow victory.

Sidney Crosby remains a key player for the Penguins. He has accumulated 64 points this season, with 28 goals and 36 assists. Bryan Rust and Erik Karlsson also continue to support the team’s offense.

Ottawa Senators Team Preview

The Ottawa Senators have been on a strong run, winning four of their last five games. They defeated the Detroit Red Wings 3-2, with Carter Yakemchuk and Brady Tkachuk both scoring a goal and an assist. James Reimer has been solid, making key saves against the New York Rangers, helping secure a 2-1 victory.

Brady Tkachuk leads the Senators with his physical play, contributing to their success with hits and goals. Tim Stützle is also performing well, scoring consistently throughout the season. The team ranks high in goals and assists, showcasing their offensive capabilities.

James Reimer has been crucial in net, providing stability with six wins in ten games. Linus Ullmark also supports the team with 23 wins this season. Together, these goaltenders have helped the Senators hold opponents to two goals or less in their recent wins.

BTB Betting Pick

The Ottawa Senators are favored with a moneyline of -154. The Pittsburgh Penguins are the underdogs with a moneyline of +130. Based on the current stats and odds, the Senators are likely to win, with a projected score of Ottawa 4, Pittsburgh 3. Ottawa’s strong offensive ranks give them an edge.

The over/under line for the game is set at 6.0. Given the projected score of Ottawa 4, Pittsburgh 3, taking the over is a good choice. Both teams have solid offensive stats, suggesting a higher-scoring game.