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Ottawa Senators Ready to Dominate Minnesota Wild at Canadian Tire Centre

As the Ottawa Senators gear up to host the Minnesota Wild at the Canadian Tire Centre, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their winning momentum. The upcoming game scheduled for October 27 is set to be a pivotal moment for the Senators, who have been showing promising signs of dominance on home ice.


Dec 23, 2023; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators gleft wing Brady Tkachuk (7) skates to the bench following a goal scored  in the first period against the Pittsburgh Penguins at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-USA TODAY Sports

The Senators' recent performance against the Dallas Stars on October 24 was nothing short of impressive. With a 4-2 victory, they showcased their ability to bounce back after a scoreless first period and rally in the third with three goals. This resilience is exactly what will be needed when they face off against Minnesota. The Senators' goaltending was particularly noteworthy, boasting a save percentage of 94 percent that evening – an indicator that could spell trouble for Wild shooters.


In contrast, let's not forget about the formidable opponent in Minnesota Wild. They bring their own set of skills and strategies that could challenge Ottawa's recent success. However, based on past performances and current momentum, it seems likely that Ottawa has an edge going into this matchup.


Looking back further at Ottawa's game against Arizona Coyotes on October 22 reveals another layer of this team’s capabilities. A commanding win with six goals scored while only conceding two shows that when it comes to offensive prowess, OTT can deliver powerful results – especially considering they converted one out of four powerplay opportunities and had an overall shooting percentage nearing 19 percent.


OTT’s strength doesn't just lie in offense; defensively they've been solid too. Their faceoff win percentage stood strong at over 60 percent against both Dallas and Arizona – a crucial aspect for maintaining control during games.


The upcoming game promises excitement as both teams will battle fiercely but given OTT’s recent form - particularly at home - there is reason to believe they hold the upper hand over MIN. It will be essential for them to maintain discipline and capitalize on powerplay opportunities as they did in previous games while relying on their goaltender's stellar performance between the pipes.


Fans should mark their calendars for October 27th at 7:00 PM EDT when these two teams collide at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa. For those unable to attend in person, broadcasting options include ESPN+ online nationally or TSN5 and RDSI internationally on TV channels BSN (668) or BSWI (669) catering specifically to away fans.

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