Ottawa Senators Playoff Chances Week 1: Tracking the Senators Stanley Cup Chances

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Key Takeaways

  • 🏒 The Senators have +3000 odds to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs at DraftKings in 2026 after making it in 2025 as the first wildcard, so oddsmakers are a little bullish on their chances of making it to the end. 
  • 📅The NHL free agency period has begun, and the Sens have just over $4 million in cap space, as they will attempt to make a few more decent signings to bolster their chances of going further in the playoffs. 
  • 🐦‍🔥 Brady Tkachuk and Tim Stutzle are the top players, along with goalie Linus Ullmark, as the three look to keep helping the Senators improve. 

The Ottawa Senators enter the 2025-2026 season as sleepers to win the Stanley Cup, as they are in the upper 12 teams in terms of odds. Here is how the Senators' Stanley Cup odds changed over the months 👇

What Are the Senators’ Stanley Cup Chances?

The Senators made the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs last season and now have a chance to build on that success. Ottawa has a lot to do before it reaches the upper echelon of contenders, and the odds reflect it.  

Senators Playoff Odds

-200

Senators Playoff Chances

66.7%

Senators Miss Playoffs

+160

Senators Stanley Cup Odds

+3000

Senators Stanley Cup Chances

3.23%

Senators Win Western Conference

+1600

Senators Win Pacific Division

+800

The Senators have tough competition as they attempt to make it back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the second consecutive season. Now, they aim to take strides to improve their odds and maintain the consistent play. 

Do the Senators Have a Chance to Make the Playoffs?

Yes, the Senators have a chance to make the playoffs. While the sportsbooks have not released the odds, the fact that the Sens have the 14th-best odds of winning the Stanley Cup highlights that they have a good chance of making it back to the postseason. 

Senators Month By Month Playoff Chances

We will keep track of the Senators' month-by-month odds as they appear. At current time, they have not been released yet. 

SeptemberTBD
Preseason:-200

Key Updates On Ottawa Senators Stanley Cup Chances

As the free agency period approaches, the Senators are looking to fill some weaknesses on their roster. With just over $15 million in cap space, the Senators have some wiggle room and options to choose from. 

  • June 25, 2025: The Senators officially draft Logan Hensler with their first-round pick. 
  • June 2, 2025: The Senators give a two-year contract extension to defenceman Tyler Kleven. 
  • May 5, 2025: The Senators will officially pick 21st in the NHL Draft. 

Key Contributors Toward Ottawa Senators Postseason Chances

Tim Stutzle is the best player on the roster after tallying 24 goals and 55 assists. Meanwhile, Drake Batherson added 26 goals and 42 assists. Defenceman Jake Sanderson also had a good season, scoring 11 goals and 46 assists. Brady Tkachuk had 29 goals and 26 assists over 72 games. 

Where Can I Bet on the Senators to Make the Playoffs?

There are multiple sportsbooks in Ontario to choose from. Numerous sportsbooks in America allow you to wager on the Senators to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Some of these websites include FanDuel, DraftKings, and Caesars Sportsbook. 

Looking Ahead: Senators Stanley Cup Playoffs Picture

The Senators have a solid chance to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs next season. However, they must improve their scoring after ranking 18th in goals and 24th in shooting percentage. The Sens also must cut down on penalties.  

Where Do the Senators Rank in the Eastern Conference Playoff Picture?

The Senators currently have +1600 odds to win the Eastern Conference, indicating they have a 5.88% chance of advancing out of the Eastern Conference. The Sens are currently ranked around eighth in the Eastern Conference, but have the potential to rise if they can take the next step. 

Where Do the Senators Rank in the Atlantic Division Standings?

The Senators finished fourth in the Atlantic Division in the 2024-2025 season. They have the fourth-best odds of winning the division at odds of +800, or an 11.1% chance. 

Where Do the Ottawa Senators Rank to Win the 2025-26 Stanley Cup?

The Senators are currently ranked the 14th-best option to win the 2026 Stanley Cup next season. Oddsmakers believe they have an outside chance to win a Stanley Cup finally. 

Who to Root for if You’re a Ottawa Senators Fan?

Brady Tkachuk is the heart and soul of this team, and the player many consider the anchor of this team. Additionally, fans adore Tim Stutzle, an exciting young forward who currently leads the points standings. Jake Sanderson is a rising star, and will likely keep getting better on the blueline.  

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Robert Hayek

Robert B. Hayek has been writing about sports for over a decade and is currently a member of the Gambling.com Group team. In his spare time, he runs the largest sports meetup group in Orange County, CA, actively participating in every sport imaginable. He is also a published author of five thriller novels, all available on Amazon.