Ottawa Senators
Ottawa brings a 4-1 start and Tim Stutzle's eight points into Newark, yet New Jersey remains a narrow home favorite. Injuries on the Senators blue line and a 5.5-goal total sharpen the betting decision.
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| Sportsbook | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FanDuel | OTT +1.5 NJ -1.5 | OTT +112 NJ -134 | O 5.5 U 5.5 |
| DraftKings | OTT +1.5 NJ -1.5 | OTT +114 NJ -135 | O 5.5 U 5.5 |
| BetMGM | OTT +1.5 NJ -1.5 | OTT +115 NJ -140 | O 6 U 6 |
| BetRivers | OTT +1.5 NJ -1.5 | OTT +108 NJ -129 | O 6.5 U 6.5 |
| Fanatics | OTT +1.5 NJ -1.5 | OTT +115 NJ -140 | O 5.5 U 5.5 |
| Bovada | OTT +1.5 NJ -1.5 | OTT +117 NJ -138 | O 6 U 6 |
| BetOnline.ag | OTT +1.5 NJ -1.5 | OTT +116 NJ -132 | O 6 U 6 |
| LowVig.ag | OTT +1.5 NJ -1.5 | OTT +116 NJ -132 | O 6 U 6 |
| MyBookie.ag | OTT +1.5 NJ -1.5 | OTT +110 NJ -134 | O 6 U 6 |
| BetUS | OTT +1.5 NJ -1.5 | OTT +110 NJ -130 | O 6 U 6 |
| Caesars | — | OTT +112 NJ -132 | O 6 U 6 |
Injury Report
Ottawa has notable defensive uncertainty with Jake Sanderson listed day-to-day with a lower-body injury and Artem Zub on injured reserve with a knee issue. William Eklund also remains on injured reserve with an ankle injury. For New Jersey, Connor Brown is day-to-day, Nick Bjugstad is sidelined following pectoral surgery, and Seamus Casey is out with a knee injury. Johnathan Kovacevic has been activated from injured reserve, potentially helping the Devils defensive rotation.
Key Players
Key Matchup Edge
Ottawa's clearest advantage is Linus Ullmark, who is 4-0-0 with a 1.34 goals-against average and .942 save percentage. New Jersey has conceded 3.5 goals per game through four outings, creating a possible price gap with the home favorite. Ottawa's depleted defense and New Jersey's rejuvenated power play are the counterweights.
3 Things to Watch
- Ullmark against New Jersey power play
- Sanderson status and Ottawa defensive pairings
- Stutzle scoring chances versus Devils coverage
Betting Breakdown
Ottawa enters Monday at 4-1-0 with a productive top scorer and one of the league's sharpest early goaltending starts. Tim Stutzle has four goals and four assists in five games, while Linus Ullmark has stopped 81 of 86 shots across four appearances. The Senators have won four of five moneyline decisions, yet their 1-4 puck-line record warns against assuming their success automatically translates into two-goal margins. New Jersey is 2-2-0 after a 4-1 win over Vancouver, with Nico Hischier scoring twice on the power play. That special-teams burst is relevant against an Ottawa defense missing Artem Zub and monitoring Jake Sanderson. The Devils are slight favorites around -130 despite allowing 3.5 goals per game so far. A total near 5.5 creates a clear split: Ullmark's form favors a tighter contest, but New Jersey's man advantage and Ottawa's defensive absences offer a route to more scoring. The betting focus should be Ottawa's plus-money appeal versus New Jersey's home advantage, with confirmed defensive availability and starting goalies the final checks.
Ottawa Betting Outlook
The Senators have opened with road wins at Toronto and Boston before losing at Detroit, leaving them 2-1 away from Ottawa. Their latest victories over Philadelphia and Nashville required disciplined, lower-scoring performances, including a shootout decision against the Predators. Tim Stutzle drives the attack with eight points through five games, and Drake Batherson has contributed three goals. Ullmark's 4-0-0 start gives Ottawa a genuine goaltending edge on current form. The counterargument is the defensive injury list: Artem Zub is on injured reserve, Jake Sanderson remains day-to-day, and those absences could tax the available pairings against New Jersey's skilled forwards.
New Jersey Betting Outlook
New Jersey's 2-2 start has been uneven, with losses to the Islanders and Utah between victories over Philadelphia and Vancouver. The 4-1 response against the Canucks mattered because the Devils converted three power plays and Nico Hischier scored twice with the extra skater. New Jersey has won two of three home dates, but its 1-3 puck-line mark and 3.5 goals allowed per game reduce the appeal of laying a large handicap. Jake Allen brings a 2-1-0 record into the matchup. Connor Brown's availability remains in question, while Johnathan Kovacevic is eligible to return, adding another variable to the defensive rotation.
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Ottawa Senators vs New Jersey Devils FAQ
What is the current spread for Ottawa Senators vs New Jersey Devils?
The current home spread is NJ -1.5, while the away spread is OTT +1.5.
How far has the spread moved for Ottawa Senators vs New Jersey Devils?
The spread opened at NJ -1.5 and is now NJ -1.5.
What is the current moneyline for Ottawa Senators vs New Jersey Devils?
The current moneyline is OTT +114 / NJ -135.
How far has the moneyline moved for Ottawa Senators vs New Jersey Devils?
The moneyline opened at OTT +110 / NJ -130 and is now OTT +114 / NJ -135.
What is the current total for Ottawa Senators vs New Jersey Devils?
The current total is 5.5.
How far has the total moved for Ottawa Senators vs New Jersey Devils?
The total opened at 5.5 and is now 5.5.
Is the market taking the underdog in Ottawa Senators vs New Jersey Devils?
Current market signal: Market Steady.
Is the market taking the favorite in Ottawa Senators vs New Jersey Devils?
Current market signal: Favorite Taking Support.
Is the total dropping for Ottawa Senators vs New Jersey Devils?
Current totals signal: Total Steady.
Is the total rising for Ottawa Senators vs New Jersey Devils?
Current totals signal: Total Steady.
Where to watch Ottawa Senators vs New Jersey Devils?
You can watch this game on NHL Network. For the latest broadcast details, see Where to Watch.
Where to stream Ottawa Senators vs New Jersey Devils?
You can stream this game on Fubo.
What is the best free prop bet for Ottawa Senators vs New Jersey Devils?
Tim Stutzle Over 1.5 Shots on Goal
What is the biggest matchup edge for Ottawa Senators vs New Jersey Devils?
Ottawa's clearest advantage is Linus Ullmark, who is 4-0-0 with a 1.34 goals-against average and .942 save percentage. New Jersey has conceded 3.5 goals per game through four outings, creating a possible price gap with the home favorite. Ottawa's depleted defense and New Jersey's rejuvenated power play are the counterweights.
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