Matchup: Philadelphia Flyers (33-37-9, Metropolitan Division) vs. Ottawa Senators (43-30-6, Atlantic Division)
Date: Sunday, April 14, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM ET
Location: Canadian Tire Centre – Ottawa, Ontario
Betting Odds: Senators -251, Flyers +204; Over/Under: 5.5
Game Overview
The
Ottawa Senators return to home ice looking to keep momentum alive following a strong 5-2 victory over the Montreal Canadiens, led by Shane Pinto’s two-goal performance.
Ottawa has been dominant at home this season and will look to continue that trend as they face off against the Philadelphia Flyers
in a key Eastern Conference showdown.
This marks the third and final meeting between these two teams this season. The Senators currently hold the upper hand, having won the most recent matchup 5-2.
Team Performance
Ottawa Senators
- Home Record: 25-11-2
- Overall Record: 43-30-6
- Key Stat: 37-5-3 when scoring 3+ goals
- The Senators are surging with strong offensive performances and stout defense, allowing just 2.1 goals per game over their last 10 contests.
Philadelphia Flyers
- Road Record: 13-18-8
- Overall Record: 33-37-9
- Scoring Differential: -46 (225 GF, 271 GA)
- Despite some recent wins, the Flyers have struggled defensively, conceding an average of 4 goals per game over their last 10 outings.
Players to Watch
Ottawa Senators
- Tim Stützle: 21 goals, 51 assists – continues to be Ottawa’s top playmaker.
- Jake Sanderson: 4 goals, 3 assists in the last 10 games – contributing solid two-way play.
Philadelphia Flyers
- Matvei Michkov: 24 goals, 36 assists – leads the Flyers in offensive production.
- Tyson Foerster: 8 goals in his last 10 games – heating up at the right time.
Recent Form (Last 10 Games)
- Senators: 6-3-1
- Averaging 2.7 goals scored and only 2.1 goals allowed per game
- Flyers: 5-4-1
- Offensive surge with 3.8 goals per game but allowing 4.0 against
Injury Report
- Ottawa Senators: No injuries reported
- Philadelphia Flyers: No injuries reported
Prediction & Betting Insight
With Ottawa’s stellar home record and recent defensive form, the Senators are favored to win and sweep the season series. Bettors may find value in backing Ottawa to cover the spread or considering the under 5.5, given the Senators’ recent low-scoring affairs.
