Brady Tkachuk has performed very well since returning to the Ottawa Senators lineup, producing 17 points over 19 games while leading the team in shots.
With a matchup looming against the Colorado Avalanche, I expect Tkachuk to play a prominent role against the league’s top-seeded team.
Let’s dive into my Senators vs. Avalanche predictions and NHL picks for Thursday, January 8.
Senators vs Avalanche prediction
Senators vs Avalanche best bet: Brady Tkachuk Over 0.5 points (-135)
Brady Tkachuk has been producing at a strong clip this season, flirting with a point per game. The Ottawa Senators captain has only gone back-to-back games without a point once, and that was right after returning from injury.
Tkachuk hasn’t slowed down on the road either. He has 10 points in 11 away games and has yet to be held pointless in consecutive road contests.
The pace of play should favor offense, with the Senators (9th) and Colorado Avalanche (4th) both ranking in the Top 10 in 5-on-5 pace over the last 10 games.
Colorado will also be without two-way stud Devon Toews, leaving them more vulnerable on the backend. The Avalanche have lost both games without him, surrendering six goals in that span.
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Senators vs Avalanche same-game parlay
Drake Batherson sits second on the Senators in assists with 23. He’s shown the ability to facilitate offense, even against difficult opponents, piling up eight assists in 11 games against teams ranking top 10 in goals against.
Shane Pinto has registered multiple shots in 12 of 16 road games, averaging 5.2 attempts per night. He’s also logged 5+ shots in all three games played on zero days’ rest.
Senators vs Avalanche SGP
- Brady Tkachuk Over 0.5 points
- Drake Batherson Over 0.5 assists
- Shane Pinto Over 1.5 shots
Senators vs Avalanche odds
- Moneyline: Senators +210 | Avalanche -260
- Puck Line: Senators +1.5 (-115) | Avalanche -1.5 (+105)
- Over/Under: Over 6.5 (+115) | Under 6.5 (-135)
Senators vs Avalanche trend
Brady Tkachuk has recorded eight points in his last five meetings with Colorado. Find more NHL betting trends for Senators vs. Avalanche.
How to watch Senators vs Avalanche
| Location | Ball Arena, Denver, CO |
| Date | Thursday, January 8, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 9:00 p.m. ET |
| TV | TSN5, ALT |
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