Ottawa Senators vs Philadelphia Flyers Picks and Predictions October 23rd 2025

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The Philadelphia Flyers continue their search for their first road win as they visit the Ottawa Senators on Thursday at Canadian Tire Centre. Philadelphia is coming off a 3-1-0 homestand and looks to keep the momentum going after a 5-2 win over Seattle.

Owen Tippett leads the surge with five goals in six games, scoring in three straight. He and Sean Couturier have powered the Flyers’ offense early, while goaltender Dan Vladar has provided stability with three wins and a .920 save percentage.

Ottawa, meanwhile, has dropped five of its last six games. The Senators showed late push in a 3-2 overtime loss to Edmonton, but defensive lapses continue to cost them. Thomas Chabot and Tim Stutzle led the charge the last time these clubs met in Ottawa, a 4-3 overtime win for the Senators in April.

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Line Movement and Odds

According to the latest NHL odds Ottawa opened around -150 on the moneyline, with the total set at 6.0 goals. The current line has moved slightly toward the Senators (-161) as public bettors lean on the home team.

Sharp money, however, has come in on Philadelphia’s puck line at +1.5 (-186), indicating confidence in a close contest. Roughly 58% of the tickets are on Ottawa’s moneyline, while 60% of the handle favors the Over 6.0 (-102).

Matchup Breakdown

Philadelphia has leaned on quick transitions and efficient special teams. The Flyers have converted on 26% of their power-play chances and rank in the league’s top 10 for goals allowed per game. Tippett’s speed and finishing, paired with Couturier’s two-way play, have been key in driving offensive consistency.

Ottawa’s challenge lies in finding balance. The Senators are top-10 in hits and goals scored but have struggled defensively, giving up 3.8 goals per game. Goaltending has been uneven, forcing Travis Green’s team to chase from behind in four of their last five games.

If the Flyers can maintain defensive structure and stay disciplined, they can limit Ottawa’s transition game. The Senators will rely heavily on Shane Pinto and Dylan Cozens to exploit mismatches on home ice.

Injuries and Conditions

Philadelphia Flyers

• Oliver Bonk (D) – Out, upper body
• Rasmus Ristolainen (D) – Out, triceps
• Ethan Samson (D) – Out, upper body

Full details on the Flyers injury report

Ottawa Senators

• Brady Tkachuk (LW) – Out, wrist

Check the Senators injury report

No weather issues are expected since the game is indoors at Canadian Tire Centre.

Best Bets and Prediction

Philadelphia has hit the Over in three straight and covered the puck line in two of their last three. Ottawa, meanwhile, is 0-3 straight up as a favorite this season.

Projected Score: Senators 4, Flyers 3
Best Bet: Over 6.0 (-102)
Secondary Lean: Flyers +1.5 (-186)

The total projects value, as both teams rank in the top half of the NHL in shot attempts per 60 minutes.

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