Senators vs. Penguins Picks and Prediction – 3/30/2025

Ottawa Senators (38-28-5) vs. Pittsburgh Penguins (29-34-11)
Time: 5:00 PM ET
Location: PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
TV: ESPN+

Previous Games:

• Ottawa: Won 4-3 against Detroit

• Pittsburgh: Lost 7-3 to Buffalo

Head-to-Head:

Ottawa has had the upper hand over Pittsburgh recently, winning six consecutive matchups. Pittsburgh enters this game on a three-game losing streak, while Ottawa is looking to extend their winning momentum.

Ottawa Senators Breakdown:

Ottawa has been up and down recently, but they are coming off a win over Detroit and have shown resilience. Brady Tkachuk (29 goals) and Tim Stutzle (71 points) are key contributors to the offense, but the Senators have been inconsistent in their own zone, conceding an average of 3.8 goals over their last five games. Their defense needs to improve if they hope to beat Pittsburgh for the second time this season.

Key Players:

• Brady Tkachuk: 29 goals this season

• Tim Stutzle: 71 points (21G, 50A) this season

Pittsburgh Penguins Breakdown:

The Penguins have struggled in recent weeks, losing four of their last five games. Their defense has been porous, allowing an average of 4.8 goals per game over the last five. Sidney Crosby (80 points) remains a dominant force for the Penguins, but with issues in both offense and defense, Pittsburgh will need to find a way to steady their play if they hope to avoid being swept by Ottawa.

Key Players:

• Sidney Crosby: 80 points (26G, 54A) this season

• Rickard Rakell: 32 goals this season

Betting Trends:

Ottawa Senators:

• 18-18-3 on the road this season

• 3-2 in their last 5 road games

Pittsburgh Penguins:

• 18-14-5 at home this season

• 1-4 in their last 5 games

Exact Score Prediction:

Ottawa Senators 4 – Pittsburgh Penguins 2

Our Best Bet:

Ottawa Senators Moneyline (-130)

With Ottawa having won six straight against Pittsburgh, including their recent victory against the Penguins, they are the favorites to win this matchup. Pittsburgh has struggled defensively and could have a tough time containing Ottawa's offensive threats. The Moneyline on Ottawa offers a solid value bet for this game.