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Ottawa Senators vs Dallas Stars Betting Preview
The Ottawa Senators host the Dallas Stars at Canadian Tire Centre on Tuesday night, with both teams riding strong 10-game stretches (6-1-3). Miro Heiskanen leads a surging Dallas squad, while Ottawa counters with depth scoring and physical play. With playoff implications already looming, expect a tight, high-effort matchup between two well-balanced rosters.
Line Movement and Odds
- Stars Puck Line: -1.5 (+205)
- Senators Puck Line: +1.5 (-261)
- Stars MoneyLine: -117
- Senators MoneyLine: -102
- Total: 6.0
Dallas opened as a slight road favorite, reflecting their power play dominance and recent form. The total sits at 6.0, with both teams trending toward the over. See full NHL odds for market movement.
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Dallas Stars Outlook
Dallas is 9-4-3 and ranks third in the Western Conference. Miro Heiskanen has 9 points in his last 4 games and leads the blue line with 14 points on the season. Wyatt Johnston and Mikko Rantanen continue to produce, combining for 41 points. The Stars lead the NHL with 19 power play goals and boast a 5-1 division record. Casey DeSmith stopped 30 of 31 shots in their latest win over Seattle, and Dallas has points in 9 of its last 10 games.
Ottawa Senators Outlook
Ottawa is 8-5-3 and sits sixth in the East. They’ve won three straight and are 3-0-2 in their last five. Michael Amadio has scored in four consecutive games, while Jordan Spence added a goal and assist in his return. The Senators rank 7th in goals scored and 6th in hits, showcasing both offensive depth and physicality. Tim Stützle leads the team with 16 points, and Linus Ullmark has been steady in net.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
Dallas will look to capitalize on special teams and control tempo through Heiskanen’s puck movement. Ottawa must match physicality and generate second-chance scoring. If Ullmark holds strong and the Senators stay disciplined, they can challenge Dallas’ top unit.
Injuries / Availability
Dallas lists Jamie Benn (lung), Matt Duchene (undisclosed), Luke Krys (Achilles), Nils Lundkvist (lower body), Kyle McDonald (knee), and Chase Wheatcroft (wrist) as out. See the Stars injury report for full details.
Ottawa lists Brady Tkachuk (wrist) as out. See the Senators injury report for latest status.
Environment
The game takes place at Canadian Tire Centre, where Ottawa is 5-2-2 this season. Dallas is 4-2-2 on the road and enters with momentum. Expect a playoff-style atmosphere with physical play and tight checking.
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Projected Final Score: Stars 4, Senators 3
- Best Bet: Stars MoneyLine -117
Dallas’ power play and recent form give them the edge in a close contest. - Total: Over 6.0 (-104)
Both teams rank top 10 in scoring and have hit the over in a combined 9 of their last 13 games.
With Heiskanen driving offense and Johnston heating up, Dallas has the tools to edge Ottawa. The Senators’ depth and home ice keep it close, but the Stars’ special teams could be the difference.
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