Adam Williams presents his prediction for the NHL match.
The Nashville Predators and Ottawa Senators head into this fixture in contrasting form. While the Predators have suffered four consecutive defeats, the Senators have put together a four-game winning streak, capped off with a dominant 6:0 demolition of the Minnesota Wild. Despite this, the hosts are still considered favourites.
Nashville Predators
The Predators have certainly been unlucky during this rough patch. In their losses to the Anaheim Ducks, Vancouver Canucks, Buffalo Sabres, and Pittsburgh Penguins, they generated a total of 13.93 xG but managed to convert just six goals—two of which were rather fluky against the Sabres. The Predators have struggled with finishing all season, though their shooting percentage at home (10.29%) is significantly better than on the road (7.18%).
Ottawa Senators
The Senators, on the other hand, have been in inspired form, delivering a superb home stand. Scoring 11 goals across back-to-back wins against the Washington Capitals and Minnesota Wild is a testament to their young, confident attack. Their recent surge isn’t just about luck—the Senators have created at least 11 high-danger scoring chances in four of their last five outings. Even team captain and top scorer Brady Tkachuk (20+21) has found his rhythm again, ending his 10-game goal drought with a strike against the Utah Hockey Club (3:1).
Nashville Predators vs Ottawa Senators Prediction
Both teams have plenty to prove—the Nashville Predators are overdue a breakthrough, while the Ottawa Senators are playing some of their best hockey in years and remain in the playoff hunt as February begins.
