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Devils Dance Past Senators: Gritsyuk and Brown Lead the Charge

The New Jersey Devils secured a decisive victory over the Ottawa Senators with a 4-3 final score, improving their record to 17-12-1. The Sens, on the other hand, now stand at 13-12-4. This matchup showcased an impressive performance by Arseny Gritsyuk and Connor Brown, who were instrumental in leading the Devils to triumph.


Dec 9, 2025; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; New Jersey Devils right wing Arseny Gritsyuk (81-left) and defenseman Simon Nemec (17-right) celebrate a goal scored by center Cody Glass (12-center) in the third period against the  Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-IMAGN Images

First Period


The opening period saw both teams come out strong, but it was the Devils who took control early on. Paul Cotter opened the scoring for New Jersey with a well-executed goal that set the tone for his team. Cody Glass followed up with another goal, giving the Devs a solid lead heading into intermission.


Second Period


In the second period, Ottawa fought back as they capitalized on their powerplay opportunities. The Sens managed to net one goal during this time frame thanks to Drake Batherson's efforts. However, New Jersey maintained their momentum as Arseny Gritsyuk continued his stellar play by assisting Connor Brown in extending their lead.


Dec 9, 2025; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators defenseman Jordan Spence (10) and New Jersey Devils goalie Jacob Markstrom (25) follow the puck in the first period at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-IMAGN Images

Third Period


As action resumed in third period play at Canadian Tire Centre arena - home turf advantage notwithstanding - it was clear that neither side would relent easily; yet despite valiant attempts from both squads throughout these final moments of regulation time (including multiple saves made by Jacob Markstrom), only one more point could be added onto each respective scoreboard tally before all was said done: another contribution courtesy of none other than star forward Arseny Gritsyuk himself!


This thrilling encounter between two fierce competitors ultimately ended favorably for visiting squad members representing Garden State pride alike – leaving fans eagerly anticipating what lies ahead next week when Tampa Bay Lightning visits Prudential Center located within Newark NJ USA December eleventh seven pm eastern standard timezone broadcast live via ESPN+ MSGSN networks respectively!


Dec 9, 2025; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN;  The Ottawa Senators celebrate a goal scored by right wing Drake Batherson (19-middle) in the first period against the New Jersey Devils at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-IMAGN Images

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