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Edmonton Oilers vs Ottawa Senators: Game preview, predictions, and odds | December 22, 2024

Modified Dec 22, 2024 13:18 GMT

The Edmonton Oilers will face off against the Ottawa Senators on December 22 at Rogers Place as part of the final games leading up to the Christmas break.

The Oilers (20-11-2) are coming off a big 3-2 overtime win over the San Jose Sharks on Saturday night. They managed to get past a fantastic outing by Sharks rookie netminder Yaroslav Askarov, notching the two points.

Meanwhile, the Ottawa Senators (18-13-2) defeated the Vancouver Canucks 5-4 in overtime in Saturday night’s late game. Jake Sanderson lifted the Senators, allowing them to escape with the two points, placing the Sens in a fourth-place tie with the Tampa Bay Lightning in the Atlantic Division.

Oilers vs Senators: Head-to-head & key numbers

The Edmonton Oilers have won seven of their last 10 games against the Sens.
In that span, the Oilers have outscored the Sens 42-28.
Edmonton has scored 11 power play goals in 31 opportunities for a 35.4%.
The Senators have scored nine power play goals in 29 chances for a 31% rate.
The Oilers won these two clubs’ last meeting 5-2 on November 19, 2024, on the strength of two goals by Connor McDavid.

Edmonton Oilers vs Ottawa Senators: Preview

The Edmonton Oilers are riding a hot streak at the moment. They are 8-2-0 in their last 10 games and have won two in a row. Overall, the team has turned around, leaving their early-season woes behind.

Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl have been leading the way, with Zach Hyman and Evan Bouchard beginning to heat up. Also, Stuart Skinner has strung a series of solid starts together.

The Ottawa Senators have been hanging tough in the Eastern Conference. They have been on a roll in their last 10 matchups, going 8-1-1. The streak has catapulted the Sens into the Eastern Conference playoff conversation. At the moment, the Sens hold the second wildcard spot with 38 points.

This Sunday night tilt should be a spirited one where the Oilers’ high-octane offensive style will clash with the Senators’ hardworking, grinding style. If the Senators can grind the Oilers away, Ottawa could escape with the two points.

Otherwise, McDavid and Draisaitl could make the Sens pay with their speed and skill much like the last time these two clubs met.

Oilers vs Senators: Odds & Prediction

The Oilers enter Sunday night’s tilt as the favorites. Here’s a look at the lines for the Edmonton Oilers vs Ottawa Senators:

Moneyline: Oilers (-182), Senators (+150)
Over/under: 5.5
Puckline: Oilers -1.5 (+144), Senators +1.5 (-178)

Prediction: Fans should expect a strong game on both sides with the Oilers prevailing. Oilers 5, Senators 3.

Oilers vs Senators: Betting Tips

The Oilers are 5-5-0 in their last 10, making them a solid bet to cover the puckline.
Likewise, the Senators are 5-5-0 in their last 10 against the spread, making them a good option on the puckline.
Over the last 10 games, the Sens and opponents have combined to average 5.9 goals per game. So, the over could be a good choice.
Likewise, the Edmonton Oilers have combined for 6.3 goals per game in their last 10 matchups. So, fans should consider the over in this matchup.