Nashville Predators vs Ottawa Senators Picks and Predictions for Saturday October 10 2026
The Nashville Predators visit the Ottawa Senators at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, Ontario, on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET. Nashville enters following an impressive 5-2 comeback victory over Montreal on Thursday, while Ottawa comes into the matchup after defeating Philadelphia 2-1 the same evening. The Senators have demonstrated greater defensive consistency during the opening stretch, while Nashville hopes to build momentum after recovering from a two-goal deficit against the Canadiens. Ottawa is listed around -168 on the moneyline, with Nashville at +140 and the total set at 5.5 goals. Be sure to check out our free NHL picks for more NHL predictions throughout the season.
Nashville Predators Hope Thursday’s Comeback Sparks Momentum
Nashville has experienced an unpredictable opening to the season, combining encouraging offensive performances with difficult losses. The Predators earned a 2-1 victory over Dallas early in their schedule before falling 5-4 in overtime against Toronto. Thursday’s 5-2 victory over Montreal demonstrated the team’s ability to recover from adversity, turning a two-goal deficit into an impressive road victory. Nashville scored five unanswered goals, although two came into an empty net during the closing moments.
The performance against Montreal was particularly encouraging because Nashville didn’t panic after falling behind. The Predators continued creating opportunities and eventually capitalized on defensive mistakes and special teams situations. Nashville’s power play played an important role in the comeback, including the go-ahead goal late in the third period. That ability to remain competitive after a difficult start should provide confidence heading into another road matchup against Ottawa.
However, the Predators still have questions about their offensive consistency. Nashville has demonstrated it can produce goals against teams that struggle defensively, but Ottawa has shown a more disciplined approach during the opening stretch. The Senators are unlikely to provide the same opportunities that Montreal surrendered Thursday. Nashville needs to establish possession early, avoid unnecessary penalties, and prevent Ottawa from controlling the pace. The Predators have enough experience to remain competitive, but generating offense against a disciplined home team could prove more difficult than Thursday’s comeback suggests.
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Ottawa Senators Have Been Winning Through Defensive Discipline
Ottawa enters Saturday following a 2-1 victory over Philadelphia, another encouraging defensive performance during the opening portion of the season. The Senators limited the Flyers to one goal and demonstrated the ability to protect a narrow advantage throughout the third period. Ottawa has been relatively effective at preventing opponents from generating sustained offensive pressure, and that discipline has helped compensate for occasional offensive inconsistency.
The Senators have demonstrated an ability to win games without overwhelming offensive production. Their opening schedule has included a 3-2 victory over Toronto and Thursday’s 2-1 win against Philadelphia, both performances that required patience and defensive responsibility. Ottawa also suffered a 5-3 loss against Detroit, demonstrating that the team remains vulnerable when opponents establish offensive momentum. However, the Senators have generally looked comfortable competing in close contests, particularly when they limit turnovers and prevent opponents from creating repeated opportunities around the net.
Playing at Canadian Tire Centre should provide another advantage for Ottawa, especially against a Nashville team continuing its road trip. The Senators have the opportunity to establish a more controlled pace and force the Predators to work through organized defensive coverage. Ottawa also has some injury concerns, including Artem Zub with a knee injury and Jake Sanderson dealing with a lower-body issue. Those situations could affect defensive depth, although the Senators’ recent performance against Philadelphia suggests they remain capable of protecting their own zone. Saturday offers an opportunity to build on that defensive consistency and earn another important early-season victory.
Nashville Predators vs Ottawa Senators Picks and Predictions
Pick: Ottawa Senators Moneyline (-168)
I’m taking Ottawa to win at home. Nashville deserves credit for Thursday’s comeback against Montreal, but the Predators benefited from facing a Canadiens team that has struggled defensively throughout the opening stretch. Ottawa presents a different challenge, having demonstrated the ability to control lower-scoring contests and protect narrow advantages. The Senators have also been relatively effective at limiting quality scoring opportunities, which could make Nashville’s offense less productive than it was Thursday. Ottawa’s home-ice advantage and recent defensive discipline provide reasons to support the favorite, although -168 is a price that requires the Senators to perform consistently. The home team should be capable of controlling enough of the game to secure another victory.
Pick: Under 5.5 Goals
The Under 5.5 is the total pick. Ottawa’s recent victories over Philadelphia and Toronto both finished with five combined goals or fewer, reflecting the Senators’ ability to compete in relatively controlled contests. Nashville scored five against Montreal on Thursday, but two came into an empty net, and the Predators may find scoring more difficult against Ottawa’s defensive structure. The Senators should emphasize puck possession and disciplined coverage, while Nashville has every reason to avoid unnecessary defensive risks against an opponent capable of protecting narrow leads. A 3-2 or 3-1 Ottawa victory is a reasonable possibility, particularly if both teams establish a more conservative approach during the opening period.
Final Picks: Ottawa Senators Moneyline (-168) and Under 5.5 Goals
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