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The Ottawa Senators are playing their best hockey of the season and look to inch closer to a playoff berth with a win over the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena on Wednesday, March 18.
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My top Senators vs. Capitals predictions and NHL picks are calling for Ottawa to do just that and top Washington tonight.
Senators vs Capitals prediction
Senators vs Capitals best bet: Senators moneyline (-125)
The Ottawa Senators are putting together a postseason push with an active 11-2-2 record while ranking fourth in Corsi For percentage and second in expected goals percentage at 5-on-5.
It’s a different story for the Washington Capitals, with respective ranks of 25th and 20th during the same stretch.
Additionally, I also value Sens starter Linus Ullmark going 7-1-2 with a respectable 4.12 goals saved above expected since returning to action.
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Senators vs Capitals same-game parlay
A key to success during Ottawa’s heater has been excellent defense, with the Sens allowing the fewest goals per game (2.13) and third-fewest expected goals per 60 minutes at 5-on-5.
Plus, the Capitals have played to the Under in 10 of their last 12 games (+7.95 Units / 61% ROI).
Sens winger Drake Batherson rounds out the same-game parlay, as he continues to be mispriced in the points market. He’s found the scoresheet in six of his past eight games to climb to an impressive 3.19 points per 60 minutes.
Senators vs Capitals SGP
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Drake Batherson Over 0.5 points
Senators vs Capitals odds
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Moneyline: Senators -125 | Capitals +115
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Puck Line: Senators -1.5 (+185) | Capitals +1.5 (-225)
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Over/Under: Over 6.5 (+115) | Under 6.5 (-135)
Senators vs Capitals trend
The Washington Capitals have hit the Under in 10 of their last 12 games (+7.95 Units / 61% ROI). Find more NHL betting trends for Senators vs. Capitals.
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How to watch Senators vs Capitals
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Location |
Capital One Arena, Washington, DC |
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Date |
Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
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Puck drop |
7:30 p.m. ET |
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TV |
MNMT, Sportsnet |
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