Detroit Red Wings vs Ottawa Senators January 7th 2025

Don’t miss out on the NHL showdown between the Senators and Red Wings. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it’s hosted by the Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI. Get ready to place your bets! The Senators are favored by -1.5 in this Atlantic divisional contest against the Red Wings. The game’s over/under currently sits at 6 goals.

Ottawa vs. Detroit Key Information

• Teams: Senators at Red Wings
• Where: Little Caesars Arena Detroit
• Date: Tuesday, January 7th
• Betting Odds OTT -119 | DET -101 O/U 6

The Senators Can Win If…

With a 3-0 win over the Kraken, the Senators improved to 19-17-2 this season. Ottawa entered the game as -1.5 goal favorites and covered the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short.

Three different players scored for the Senators in this one. Adam Gaudette got things started at 14:32 in the first period, and they added another goal in the second before sealing it with an empty-netter in the third.

Ottawa’s offense was held to just 3 goals in their game against Seattle, with Tim Stützle netting his 6th goal of the season on an empty net. Brady Tkachuk added his 7th goal, while Adam Gaudette opened the scoring with his 7th of the year at 14:32 in the first period.

Tim Stützle also picked up his 10th assist on Tkachuk’s goal, which came at 8:49 in the second period. The Senators took 23 shots on goal and had 11 giveaways.

Defensively, the Senators will look to build on their previous performance, where they allowed 0 goals and just 22 shots on goal from the Kraken. Goalie Anton Forsberg made 22 saves, finishing with a 100% save percentage. The defense also recorded 2 takeaways, 25 hits, and 14 blocks.

• The Senators have gone 1-2 over their last three regular season games. Across these games, their puck line record was just 1-2, while posting an over-under record of 0-2-1.
• Through their last ten regular season contests, Ottawa has a record of 6-4. In these contests, the team went just 4-6 against the spread, while going 1-7-2 on the over-under.

The Red Wings Can Win If…

Detroit moved closer to .500 with a 2-1 win over the Sabres, bringing their record to 17-18-4. The Red Wings trailed 1-0 after the first period but responded with two goals in the second to secure the victory.

Detroit was favored on the puck line, but the win didn’t cover the -1.5 goals. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 3 goals fell well short of that mark.

Detroit’s offense came alive in the second period, with Dylan Larkin scoring both of their goals. Larkin now has 6 and 7 goals on the season. The Red Wings took 23 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first and third periods.

Both of Detroit’s goals came on power plays, with Patrick Kane earning his 6th assist on Larkin’s first goal. Alex DeBrincat added his 4th assist, while Lucas Raymond picked up his 10th.

Defensively, Detroit will look to carry the momentum from their previous game, where they held Buffalo to just one goal. Cam Talbot was excellent, making 31 saves with a 96.9% save percentage. The defense also contributed 4 takeaways, 11 hits, and 16 blocks. The only goal they allowed came at 11:39 in the first period on a short-handed chance from Alex Tuch.

• Spanning across their last three games, Detroit have gone 3-0. The team has also been excellent vs the spread, going 3-0. Their over-under record in these games was 3-0.
• Over their last ten regular season games, the Red Wings have gone 6-4 straight up. This includes going 6-4 vs. the puck line along with an over-under mark of 7-2-1.

The Lean

When making a moneyline pick, my choice is the Senators to come out with a win against the Red Wings while playing on the road. Considering the moneyline odds at -119, I’m placing my bet on the Senators to win outright.

My recommended pick for the puck line is to take the Red Wings to cover. Even if the Senators win straight-up, this one should be close throughout and the Red Wings should cover the puck line.

If you’re looking at the over/under line set at 6 goals, our prediction is that this game will exceed that mark, and we strongly advise placing a bet on the over.

Red Wings Look to Keep Streak Alive Against Senators

The Detroit Red Wings are on fire, and they’re ready to keep the momentum going when they host the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday night. Detroit has turned their season around with a four-game winning streak under new head coach Todd McLellan, while the Senators are hoping to wrap up a tough road trip with a much-needed win.

Detroit Red Wings: A Team Transformed

Five games ago, the Red Wings made a bold move by bringing in Todd McLellan as head coach, and it’s paying off big time. Since then, Detroit has gone 4-1, climbing out of last place in the Eastern Conference and right back into the playoff race.

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• What’s Changed: McLellan’s focus on better defense, quicker transitions, and staying calm under pressure has given the team new life. “We’ve asked the players to check harder, close quicker, and play calm in tough moments, and they’ve done a great job,” McLellan said.
• Key Players:
  • Alex Lyon has been a rock in goal, starting three of the four wins and making clutch saves in Saturday’s 4-2 win over Winnipeg.
  • Dylan Larkin is on a tear, with a five-game point streak (four goals, three assists). He netted two goals in their last win.
  • Patrick Kane and Jonatan Berggren have been lighting it up, combining for six goals and seven assists over the last four games.
• Confidence is Soaring:
  Berggren credits the team’s practices for their recent success: “Since Todd came in, the speed in practices is off the charts, and it’s translating into how we play. The confidence boost is huge.”

Ottawa Senators: Fighting Through Fatigue

The Senators are finishing up a grueling nine-game road trip and could use a spark. They’ve lost four of their last five games and haven’t been able to get much going offensively.

• What’s Going Wrong:
  • Drake Batherson, the team’s third-leading scorer, hasn’t scored in eight games.
  • Tim Stutzle, Ottawa’s top player with 40 points, hasn’t even managed a shot on goal in the last three games.
• Coach’s Take: Head coach Travis Green knows they need to find their scoring touch: “We’re playing well defensively, but we’ve got to find a way to get more offense out of our group.”
• The Silver Lining: Despite the struggles, Ottawa’s defense has held strong, and they’re determined to close out the road trip on a high note.

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• Why Detroit Could Win:
  The Red Wings are firing on all cylinders, with Larkin, Kane, and Berggren leading the charge. Add their strong defense and home-ice advantage, and they’re in great shape.
• Why Ottawa Could Surprise:
  The Senators’ defense has been solid, and after a brief trip home to regroup, they’re hungry to end their road trip on a high note.

Bottom Line

The Red Wings are on a roll and looking like a team reborn under McLellan. On the other hand, the Senators are desperate to rediscover their offense and end their road trip with something to celebrate.

Will Detroit keep the streak alive, or can Ottawa spoil their momentum? This one’s shaping up to be a hard-fought battle on the ice.