The Ottawa Senators (25-28-3) seek to find success on the road against the Nashville Predators (32-25-2) on Tuesday, February 27 at 8:00 PM ET in an exciting NHL battle. ZenSports Tennessee sportsbook has the Predators favored at home with a moneyline at -148.

When: February 27, 2023 at 8:00 PM ET

Where: Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee

Watch: NHLPP|ESPN+

Ottawa Senators Preview

The Senators are coming off a 6-3 loss to the Washington Capitals in their latest battle. They gave up four goals in the first period alone, making it difficult to come back. This snapped their two-game win streak and out their last five matchups to 3-2. 

Tim Stutzle has been taking care of things offensively with 53 points and 39 assists. As for scoring, Brady Tkachuk leads the Senators with 26 goals and ranks tied for 22nd in the league.

The Senators achieve an average of 3.34 goals and 32.4 shots per game, boasting a sturdy power play percentage of 16.2. In offensive scenarios, where they have scored 32 goals and allowed 44, their performance aligns with the Predators’.

Defensively, they yield an average of 3.55 goals and encounter 29.8 shots per game, showing a slightly negative differential compared to their offensive stats. Moreover, they demonstrate defensive prowess with a 73.8 penalty kill percentage that is slightly less than the Predators.

Nashville Predators Preview

The Predators have an impressive streak under their belt, as they have won their last five games and all have been on the road. Their latest victory was a 4-2 outing over the Anaheim Ducks, where they were able to score three goals in the third period to push them ahead.

Filip Forsberg leads the team’s offensive charge, tallying 59 points and 28 goals, while Roman Josi adds 42 assists to enhance their puck movement. Over their last five games, they have scored four goals or more in all of their matchups.

The Predators have put up 3.08 goals and fire off 31.0 shot attempts per game. Their power play percentage comes in at 19.5, as they have scored 36 goals and have allowed 45. Despite a lacking power play output, they are more successful in comparison to the Senators.

Defensively, they allow an average of 3.17 goals and face 30.4 shots per game from opposing teams. This results in a slightly negative margin compared to their offensive stats but is more favorable than the Senators. Additionally, their penalty kill percentage of 75.9 is slightly higher and might influence the upcoming match.

Betting Odds

ZenSports Tennessee sportsbook presents top-notch NHL betting odds tailored for Tennessee sports enthusiasts. The Nashville Predators currently stand as the favorites to secure victory at home. Here, they are 14-15-0 while the Senators are 8-15-1 on the road.

Ottawa Senators: +120

Puck Line: +1.5 (-193)

Nashville Predators: -148

Puck Line: -1.5 (+156)

Totals: Over 6.5 (-119), Under 6.5 (-103)

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