New Jersey Devils vs Ottawa Senators Prediction and Picks - December 9, 2025
Tuesday evening Eastern Conference NHL action, and we have a New Jersey Devils vs Ottawa Senators Prediction ready to roll for you. The Devils enter this game having lost their last five games in a row, and they are now at 16-13 on the year. Ottawa has lost four of its last five to fall to 13-15 on the season. Which team will get back on track tonight? Read on to see our Devils vs Senators prediction.
Looking to win big this hockey season? We have the best NHL Picks to help you out!
Devils Have Lost Five In A Row
New Jersey’s most recent game was a 4–1 loss at Boston on December 7, where Jeremy Swayman turned aside 29 shots and the Bruins controlled the third to put it away. That defeat marked the Devils’ fifth straight loss, and in that span they’ve managed to score just seven total goals, a glaring sign of how badly the offense has dried up. It’s been a cold stretch for New Jersey, who’ve struggled to finish chances and have watched close games tilt against them late. The effort hasn’t been absent — they’ve generated shots and looks — but the touch around the net and the poise with a lead have wavered during this skid.
Offensively, New Jersey averages 2.9 goals per game, ranking 22nd in the league, but they do generate chances with 29.3 shots per game (9th). Their power play has been a bright spot at 23.6%, good for 8th overall, with Timo Meier and Dawson Mercer providing the finishing touch. Nico Hischier leads with 25 points, while Bratt has chipped in 26, but the Devils have struggled to find secondary scoring beyond their top six. Faceoff efficiency sits at 49.9%, middle of the pack, and penalties have been an issue with 230 minutes, often stalling momentum.
Defensively, New Jersey allows 3.0 goals per game and 28.4 shots against, ranking around league average. Their penalty kill has been solid at 80.8%, but they’ve been undone by lapses in coverage and untimely breakdowns. Jacob Markstrom has had an uneven stretch in net, posting a 3.55 GAA, while Jake Allen has been steadier with a 2.48 GAA. The Devils’ defensive corps, led by Simon Nemec and Luke Hughes, has talent but has struggled to keep opponents from high-danger looks. Heading into Ottawa, the Devils desperately need to rediscover their scoring touch to snap out of this skid.
Sign Up for StatSalt News Alerts, Get Free Picks and Discounts
Subscribe Now
Offense Struggles In Loss To The Blues
Ottawa’s most recent game was a 2–1 loss to the St. Louis Blues on December 6, where Fabian Zetterlund scored their lone goal on the power play but Joel Hofer stopped 41 shots to steal the win. It was a frustrating night for the Senators, who dominated possession and chances but couldn’t finish, dropping them to 13–11–4 on the season.
Offensively, Ottawa averages 3.1 goals per game, ranking 15th in the NHL. Tim Stützle leads the way with 23 points, while Brady Tkachuk, back from injury, has added energy and physicality. Their power play has been sharp at 22.9%, ranking 9th, and they dominate the faceoff circle at 57.2%, the best mark in the league. The Senators don’t generate a ton of shots (26.2 per game, 25th), but they’ve been efficient when given opportunities.
Defensively, Ottawa allows 3.3 goals per game, ranking 21st, and while they limit shots against (25.6 per game, 4th), their penalty kill has been a disaster at 68.8%, dead last in the league. Linus Ullmark has carried the load in net with a 3.05 GAA, but the team’s inability to kill penalties has cost them repeatedly. The Senators’ blue line, led by Jake Sanderson and Artem Zub, has talent but has struggled to stay disciplined. Against New Jersey, Ottawa will look to lean on their faceoff dominance and power play to exploit the Devils’ recent scoring drought, while hoping their penalty kill doesn’t undo them again.
New Jersey Devils vs Ottawa Senators Pick
Devils vs Senators Moneyline Pick
- New Jersey +114 (4 Units)
The Devils come into Ottawa on December 9 riding a five‑game losing streak where they’ve scored just seven total goals, capped by a 4–1 defeat to Boston on December 7. That slump has highlighted their offensive struggles, but the underlying numbers suggest they’re due for a bounce. New Jersey still averages 29.3 shots per game (9th in the NHL) and owns a 23.6% power play (8th), so the chances are being generated — it’s simply a matter of converting. With Nico Hischier and Jesper Bratt leading the attack, and Timo Meier capable of breaking out at any time, the Devils have the firepower to exploit Ottawa’s shaky penalty kill, which ranks dead last at 68.8%.
On the defensive side, New Jersey has been steadier than Ottawa, allowing 3.0 goals per game compared to the Senators’ 3.3, and their penalty kill sits at 80.8%, a clear edge. Ottawa’s faceoff dominance is real (57.2%, best in the league), but their inability to kill penalties has cost them repeatedly, including in their recent 2–1 loss to St. Louis on December 6. The Devils’ ability to generate volume and lean on special teams gives them a path to control this matchup. Even with the losing streak, the numbers point toward New Jersey being the sharper side, especially against a Senators team that has dropped six of its last ten.
Devils vs Senators Over/Under Pick
- Under 5.5 (5 Units)
The Under 5.5 makes sense in Devils–Senators given how both teams have been trending. New Jersey has dropped five straight and scored just seven total goals in that span, capped by a 4–1 loss to Boston on December 7. Ottawa, meanwhile, is coming off a 2–1 loss to St. Louis on December 6, and while their offense averages 3.1 goals per game, their inability to finish consistently has shown up against stronger defenses. The Devils still generate shots (29.3 per game) but haven’t converted, and Ottawa’s penalty kill woes are offset by their ability to limit overall shot volume (25.6 allowed per game, 4th in the NHL). With both clubs struggling to find rhythm offensively and recent results pointing toward tighter, lower‑scoring contests, the Under 5.5 is supported by both form and matchup dynamics.
Up To $1500 in Bonus Bets Paid Back if your First Bet Does Not Win
Bet $5 & Get $200 in Bonus Bets Win or Lose
