Jake Sanderson is averaging the highest per-game output of his career when it comes to generating assists.
My Panthers vs. Senators predictions and NHL picks expect his playmaking to be on full display against a Florida team struggling to keep the puck out of the net.
Panthers vs Senators prediction
Panthers vs Senators best bet: Jake Sanderson Over 0.5 assists (-105)
Jake Sanderson has missed a chunk of games due to injury, yet sits second on the Ottawa Senators in assists, trailing only Tim Stutzle.
He facilitates a ton of offense from the back end and should be heavily involved against the Florida Panthers.
When rested, Sanderson has feasted on Bottom-16 defenses this season. He's picked up an assist in 12 of 18 games following one day of rest, including five of the last six.
The Panthers rank 31st in save percentage. They haven’t had the goaltending to clean up defensive breakdowns, and Sanderson should benefit from that.
Panthers vs Senators same-game parlay
Brady Tkachuk has generated 3+ shots on goal in 10 consecutive games against the Panthers, recording 4+ on eight different occasions. A lot of his volume comes from prime scoring areas, and the Panthers are struggling to get saves, making him a likely candidate to find the net.
The Senators are one win back of the league lead over the last 25 games and have posted very strong underlying numbers. They should make relatively quick work of a Panthers team that has shut down a batch of key players and punted on the season.
Panthers vs Senators SGP
- Jake Sanderson Over 0.5 assists
- Brady Tkachuk anytime goalscorer
- Senators moneyline
Panthers vs Senators odds
- Moneyline: Panthers +215 | Senators -270
- Puck Line: Panthers +1.5 (-110) | Senators -1.5 (-110)
- Over/Under: Over 6.5 | Under 6.5
Panthers vs Senators trend
The Panthers have cashed the moneyline in just two of their last 15 road games for -12.55 units and a -73% ROI. Find more NHL betting trends for Panthers vs. Senators.
How to watch Panthers vs Senators
| Location | Canadian Tire Centre, Ottawa, ON |
| Date | Thursday, April 9, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 7:00 p.m. ET |
| TV | SCRIPPS, TSN5 |
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