Blue Jackets vs Senators Picks and Prediction – 4/6/2025

This Sunday, Zach Werenski and the Columbus Blue Jackets head to Canadian Tire Centre to face Tim Stützle and the Ottawa Senators in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Blue Jackets, now 34-31-9, are looking to rebound after a 7-3 blowout loss to the Colorado Avalanche on Thursday night. Check out all the NHL picks here.

Werenski remains Columbus’ defensive anchor, but the Jackets have struggled to contain high-powered offenses recently. They’ll need to tighten up in their own zone and avoid early breakdowns if they want to compete on the road. Offensively, they’ll look for a bounce-back performance with more consistent puck possession.

Ottawa, sitting at 41-29-6, is coming off a dominant 3-0 shutout win against the Florida Panthers on Saturday. Stützle has been on a tear, leading the Senators with his dynamic skating and playmaking ability. The Sens are surging at the right time and continue to push for a strong finish to the regular season.

For Columbus to stay in the fight, they’ll need a strong game from Werenski at both ends of the ice, while the Senators will look to ride their momentum and take advantage of a Blue Jackets defense that’s been exposed lately.

With Ottawa playing sharp, structured hockey and Tim Stützle driving their offensive push, the Senators should maintain control on home ice. Columbus will need a near-perfect defensive effort to keep it close, but recent struggles make that unlikely. Ottawa’s momentum gives them the edge. Final Score Prediction: Senators win 4-2.