Devils Tangle with Senators in a Close Contest at Prudential Center

The New Jersey Devils, holding a record of 37-28-6, faced off against the Ottawa Senators, who came into the game with a record of 37-27-5. In a closely contested match, the final score read 3-2 in favor of the visiting team.

Game Highlights

The Ottawa Senators found their rhythm in the second period, scoring all three of their goals and showcasing their offensive capabilities. Their performance was backed by solid goaltending, as they managed to save all but two shots from the Devils. The Senators' power play unit capitalized on one of their three opportunities to score, contributing to their victory.

On the other side, the New Jersey Devils demonstrated resilience and determination. Despite trailing after two periods, they managed to net one goal in each of the second and third periods. Their power play efforts resulted in one goal from three chances. Defensively, they were more aggressive than their opponents, recording 29 hits compared to Ottawa's 18.

Star Performances

Among standout players for Ottawa was Brady Tkachuk who played a pivotal role in securing this win for his team. Linus Ullmark's goaltending was crucial as well; he saved an impressive number of shots ensuring that Ottawa maintained its lead through critical moments.

For New Jersey Devils fans looking for bright spots from this game: Nico Hischier scored one goal on five shots showing his ability to capitalize on opportunities despite being under pressure throughout much of the game. Luke Hughes also made significant contributions with two assists indicating his vision and playmaking skills are continuing to develop impressively.

Looking Ahead

The New Jersey Devils will next host Vancouver Canucks at Prudential Center located at Newark on March 24th at 7:30 PM EDT. Fans can catch this upcoming match live on ESPN+ or Hulu ensuring they don't miss any action as their team looks to bounce back from this defeat.

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