Chicago Blackhawks at Ottawa Senators NHL Predictions
2026-12-18 • PSD Bank Dome
Ottawa Senators vs Chicago Blackhawks @ 1:00 PM EST
📊 Pre-Game Predictions
Win Probability
OTT: 57.4%
CHI: 42.6%
Expected Goals
OTT: 3.53
CHI: 3.51
Total Goals
Median: 6.5
Over 5.5: 62%
Over 6.5: 51%
🥅 Goalie Matchup
OTT
Linus Ullmark - 28-12-8 | 0.891 SV% | 2.73 GAA
CHI
Spencer Knight - 19-25-11 | 0.902 SV% | 2.82 GAA
| Stat | OTT | CHI |
|---|---|---|
| Season SV% | 0.881 | 0.909 |
| Last 5 SV% | 0.921 | 0.851 |
| SV% vs Opponent | 0.760 | 0.875 |
| GAA | 2.95 | 2.63 |
Last 5 / vs opponent shown when available in goalie stats. Confirmed goalie row used when available; otherwise current projected starter is shown.
Head-to-Head History
Model accuracy in this matchup: 67% • OTT at home vs CHI: 2-1
| Date | Score | Winner | Model Pick |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-20 | OTT 6 - 4 CHI | OTT | OTT |
| 2025-10-28 | CHI 7 - 3 OTT | CHI | CHI |
| 2025-04-15 | OTT 3 - 4 CHI | CHI | OTT |
| 2025-03-05 | CHI 3 - 4 OTT | OTT | OTT |
| 2024-03-28 | OTT 2 - 0 CHI | OTT | OTT |
🔮 Game Preview
This game is scheduled for 2026-12-18 at 1:00 PM EST.
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