The Ottawa Senators come into this game with a solid 7-3 record, showing they have been strong so far this season. The San Jose Sharks, at 5-4, are respectable but clearly the underdog here. The betting lines reflect that.
Ottawa is favored on the moneyline at -135, meaning you’d need to bet $135 to win $100 on them outright. San Jose’s moneyline is +114, so a $100 bet would win $114 if they pull off the upset. The Senators are also favored by 1.5 goals with odds of -180, while the Sharks are +1.5 at +218. This spread suggests Ottawa is expected to win by at least two goals for a bet on them to pay out.
The total is set at 6.5 goals, with the under slightly favored at -115 versus over at -105. This implies a moderately high-scoring game but with a lean toward fewer goals.
Given Ottawa’s better record and home-ice advantage, the odds make sense. If you think Ottawa will win comfortably, the -1.5 spread offers good value, though you must risk more to win less. A safer play might be the moneyline on Ottawa, accepting a smaller payout for a higher chance of winning.
If you expect a close, competitive game, the Sharks +1.5 spread gives some cushion with a bigger payout. For goal totals, betting under 6.5 might be the smarter play given the slight odds advantage and the teams’ records.
In sum, Ottawa is the favorite, but there’s value on both sides depending on your risk tolerance.