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Ottawa Senators vs Utah Mammoth Picks and Predictions – January 7, 2026
The Utah Mammoth return home trying to solidify their spot in the Western playoff picture as they host the Ottawa Senators Wednesday night at the Delta Center. Puck drop is set for 9:00 p.m. ET in what could be a tricky cross-conference spot for both teams.
Utah is coming off a tough road loss and trying to avoid consecutive defeats for the first time since early December. The Mammoth have won five of their last seven and are 11-6-2 at home on the season, where they’ve been physical and efficient.
Ottawa arrives with a bit of momentum after picking up points in back-to-back games but still sits near the bottom of the Eastern standings. The Senators have dropped five of their last seven overall and continue to struggle with defensive lapses and inconsistent goaltending.
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Ottawa Senators vs Utah Mammoth Odds
These are the current betting lines for the game. Always check the latest NHL odds closer to puck drop for any market movement or lineup news.
| Team | Moneyline | Puck Line | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ottawa Senators | +104 | +1.5 (-210) | O 6.5 (-112) |
| Utah Mammoth | -124 | -1.5 (+172) | U 6.5 (-108) |
Ottawa Senators Betting Form
Ottawa continues to hover in no-man’s land in the East — not quite tanking, not quite contending. Their recent stretch has shown some offensive flashes, but the defense remains a liability. They’ve allowed 4+ goals in four of their last six, and special teams have been unreliable, particularly the penalty kill.
Tim Stützle has been one of the lone bright spots, leading the team in scoring and driving play at even strength. But without steady goaltending behind him, the Senators are tough to trust on the road, where they’ve dropped 12 of their last 16.
Goaltending is a nightly question mark, and Ottawa continues to rotate without much consistency. Their 5-on-5 play has regressed over the past month, and their ability to close tight games remains an issue.
For more insights, review the Ottawa Senators stats and results. And keep tabs on availability with the Ottawa Senators injury report.
Utah Mammoth Betting Form
The Mammoth have quietly been one of the more underrated home teams in the NHL. They’ve won five of their last seven at the Delta Center and are starting to string together consistent results despite limited star power. Utah plays with structure, rolls four lines, and rarely beats itself — a contrast to Ottawa’s erratic play.
Goaltending has been solid enough, with the Mammoth ranking top 12 in goals allowed per game over the last three weeks. Their power play is efficient, and their penalty kill has climbed above league average. They don’t always dominate the shot clock but win the high-danger battle more often than not.
Utah’s style may not be flashy, but it travels well to games like this — where discipline and consistency matter more than explosiveness.
Check the Utah Mammoth schedule and stats for more team-level metrics. For roster and health updates, refer to the Utah Mammoth injury report.
Ottawa Senators vs Utah Mammoth Matchup Breakdown
This is a stylistic clash. Ottawa plays faster and more loosely, with risk-reward decision-making and breakdowns on both ends. Utah leans methodical, defensive, and counter-punches well — especially at home.
Utah has the edge in:
Pace control and puck management
Team defense and net-front presence
Special teams efficiency
Home-ice execution and goaltending consistency
Ottawa may have the most skilled player on the ice in Stützle, but Utah’s structure and physical play could frustrate a team that struggles to maintain momentum after mistakes. If the Mammoth avoid penalties and don’t gift Ottawa power plays, they should control most of this game at even strength.
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Ottawa Senators vs Utah Mammoth Predictions and Best Bets
This sets up as a solid spot to back Utah at a playable number. The Mammoth have been better defensively, more disciplined, and more trustworthy in these low-hype, interconference matchups. Ottawa is volatile — and while they can score, they can also unravel quickly if things go sideways.
The moneyline still provides value under -130, and Utah’s style is well-suited to grind out games like this, especially at home. Don’t expect a blowout, but the more structured team should win.
The total is tough to call. Ottawa’s defense makes the Over tempting, but Utah tends to slow games down. Lean Under, but the best edge is on the side.
Best Bet: Utah Mammoth moneyline (-124)
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