Hurricanes vs Senators Picks and Prediction – 4/17/2025

On Thursday, the Carolina Hurricanes (47-28-5) face off against the Ottawa Senators (44-30-6) at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, Ontario. Make sure you stay up to date with all the NHL action, with our expert NHL picks.

Ottawa comes into this matchup on a two-game winning streak and has won four of their last five games prior to their game against Chicago. In an exciting 4-3 overtime victory against Philadelphia, Thomas Chabot was impressive for the Senators, scoring a goal and contributing two assists. This season, Ottawa's top goal scorer is Brady Tkachuk, with a tally of 29 goals. Tim Stützle and Drake Batherson are close behind, each having netted 23 goals. Stützle leads the team in overall points with 75 and has the highest number of assists, totaling 52. Over their last five games, Ottawa has been on a scoring spree, averaging 3.6 goals per game. As they prepare for their matchup with Carolina, having split their previous two encounters, the Senators aim to secure the season series. On average, Ottawa scores 2.9 goals per game throughout the season.

Carolina enters this game on a one-game losing streak and has dropped four of their last five games prior to their game against Montreal. In an exciting 4-3 overtime victory over Philadelphia, Thomas Chabot played a crucial role for the Senators by scoring a goal and providing two assists. This season, Ottawa’s top goal scorer is Brady Tkachuk, who has netted 29 goals. Close behind him are Tim Stutzle and Drake Batherson, each with 23 goals. Stutzle also leads the team in total points, having accumulated 75, and he holds the top spot for assists with 52. Over their last five games, the Senators have been on a strong offensive run, averaging 3.6 goals per game. They are aiming to clinch the season series against Carolina, with both teams having won one game each. Overall, Ottawa averages 2.9 goals per game throughout the season.

The Hurricanes have been facing challenges recently and aim to secure two victories out of three games against the Senators as they travel to Ottawa for the series finale. Meanwhile, Ottawa has enjoyed strong performances at home this season and hopes to capitalize on that success and take advantage of Carolina’s recent defensive woes to clinch the season series. Final Score Prediction, Ottawa Senators win 3-2.