Senators vs Capitals NHL Prediction, Odds, Picks, Best Bets for Jan. 1

The NHL's Thursday schedule includes the Ottawa Senators facing the Washington Capitals.

Get the latest NHL odds ahead of this matchup on FanDuel Sportsbook.

Senators vs Capitals Game Info

• Ottawa Senators (18-15-5) vs. Washington Capitals (21-14-5)
• Date: Thursday, January 1, 2026
• Time: 1 p.m. ET
• Venue: Canadian Tire Centre -- Ottawa, Ontario
• Coverage: ESPN+

Senators vs Capitals Odds

All NHL odds, betting lines and prop bets are available on FanDuel Sportsbook.

Senators vs Capitals Prediction & Pick

All NHL win probability predictions and picks are according to numberFire.

• Prediction: Capitals win (57.8%)

Senators vs Capitals Puck Line

• The Senators are favored by 1.5 goals (+168 to cover). Washington, the underdog, is -210.

Senators vs Capitals Over/Under

• The Senators-Capitals game on Jan. 1 has been given an over/under of 5.5 goals. The over is -138 and the under is +112.

Senators vs Capitals Moneyline

• Ottawa is the favorite, -146 on the moneyline, while Washington is a +122 underdog on the road.

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