Devils Dance Past Senators in a Six-Goal Spectacle at Canadian Tire Centre

The Ottawa Senators, with a record of 14-17-3, faced off against the New Jersey Devils, who came into the game with a 22-9-5 record. The final scoreline read 6-2 in favor of the visiting team.

In front of a crowd of 20,022 at the Canadian Tire Centre, the Senators struggled to contain an aggressive Devils offense. The home side managed to put up two goals from their total of 27 shots but were outplayed by the Devils who netted six times from their own tally of 30 shots. Despite both teams having equal powerplay opportunities at four each, it was New Jersey's efficiency that shone through as they converted two chances into goals.

The Senators showed physical dominance on ice with a total hit count of 27 compared to New Jersey's 15. However, this physicality did not translate into control over puck possession as evidenced by Ottawa losing faceoffs at a rate of 53 percent to New Jersey's winning percentage. Furthermore, Ottawa gave away possession nineteen times during play which only compounded their difficulties.

Ottawa’s goaltender faced an onslaught and made twenty-four saves throughout the game but ultimately conceded six goals. On the other end of the rink, New Jersey’s goalie had an impressive night with twenty-five saves and allowing just two past him; his performance was instrumental in securing victory for his team.

Special teams played a pivotal role in this matchup; while both sides had four powerplays apiece, it was only New Jersey that capitalized on these opportunities scoring twice during man advantages and maintaining perfect penalty killing stats by not conceding any shorthanded goals.

Despite being evenly matched in shots taken during even strength play – Ottawa taking twenty and New Jersey twenty-two – it was finishing quality that set them apart; Ottawa scored twice while every third shot from New Jersey found its way past Ottawa’s netminder.

As for individual performances from Senators players that stood out: there were five points earned collectively among them including three assists which showcased moments where teamwork clicked despite facing adversity on scoreboard.

Looking ahead for fans eager to support their team after this tough outing: The next game for the Ottawa Senators is scheduled against Buffalo Sabres at Canadian Tire Centre on December 31st at 6 PM Eastern Time. This match will be available for viewing nationally via ESPN+ internet broadcast and regionally on MSG-B TV channel number 635-1.