The Wild clinched a playoff berth after defeating the Canucks.
Key game details: April 4th at 12:00 p.m. CT at the Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa. Stream on FanDuel Sports North, listen on KFAN.
Matchup stats: Wild's power play at 24.8% vs. Senators at 22.2%. Senators lead in faceoff percentage at 54.5% compared to Wild's 46.8%.
Why this matters:: This game impacts playoff positioning for both teams. The Wild aim to maintain momentum, while the Senators fight for playoff contention.
The absence of Jake Sanderson has impacted the Senators' offensive capabilities, leading to lower-scoring games. Ottawa games have averaged 5.43 goals per 60 minutes without Sanderson, below the usual 6.50.
The Minnesota Wild have shown strength in recent matchups against the Senators, earning points in 14 of their last 17 contests since November 13, 2016. Key players to watch include Jeff Petry (leads Minnesota with 22 career points against Ottawa) and Claude Giroux (leads Ottawa with 15 points against Minnesota). Recent transactions show Hunter Haight being assigned to Iowa, and Bobby Brink acquired from Philadelphia.
From a betting perspective, Covers.com highlights the expectation for a lower-scoring game, with a best bet recommendation for Under 6.5 goals (-145). This aligns with the Senators' recent games without Jake Sanderson, which have seen fewer goals. A same-game parlay suggestion includes Jordan Spence Over 1.5 shots and Artem Zub Over 1.5 blocked shots.
How to Prepare: Fans can catch the game on TSN5. Bettors should consider the impact of Sanderson's absence on Ottawa's offensive output and Minnesota's strong defense.
Q: What is the Wild's record against the Senators?
The all-time Wild record is 17-12-5 (7-6-3 at Ottawa).
Q: Who are the key players to watch for the Wild?
Jeff Petry, Quinn Hughes, and Mats Zuccarello.
Q: What's the betting prediction for the game?
The expectation is for a lower-scoring game, with under 6.5 goals recommended.
The Minnesota Wild have already clinched a playoff spot and are looking to solidify their position.
The Ottawa Senators are fighting for a playoff spot and need a win.
Key injuries, like the absence of Jake Sanderson, impact the game's dynamics.
Betting trends suggest a lower-scoring game, with focus on defensive plays and goaltending.
Do you think the Wild can maintain their momentum heading into the playoffs? Or will the Senators pull off an upset? Let us know in the comments!
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