Senators' Late Surge Not Enough to Overcome Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena

The Ottawa Senators, with a record of 30-25-11, faced off against the Florida Panthers who held a record of 35-18-5. The final score read 3-2 in favor of the home team.

In what was an intense matchup at the Amerant Bank Arena, the Ottawa Senators displayed resilience but ultimately fell short against the Florida Panthers. Despite a strong performance by the Senators' goaltender, who saved 31 out of 34 shots, it wasn't enough to secure victory. The Senators managed to rack up a total of 21 hits and blocked an impressive number of shots at 29 throughout the game.

The game remained scoreless for the Senators during both first and second periods while their opponents managed to put one point on board in each. It was not until the third period that Ottawa found their stride, scoring two goals which brought them level with Florida before regulation time ended. However, they were unable to capitalize on two powerplay opportunities where they took four shots but failed to convert any into goals.

The Panthers showed their might by winning despite having a lower faceoff win percentage at 44 percent compared to Ottawa's superior performance in this area with a win percentage of 56 percent. The home team also recorded more hits than Ottawa with a total count reaching thirty.

Ottawa's efforts were notable as they attempted thirty shots throughout the game and successfully made seven percent count by finding the back of net twice during even strength play. Their defense was active as well blocking ten attempts from Florida and taking away possession four times through takeaways.

As for individual performances from Ottawa players, there were two assists contributed during even strength play which played crucial roles in both goals scored by them in third period action that brought hope for an away victory before overtime settled matters in favor of Florida.

Looking ahead after this hard-fought battle, fans can catch their next glimpse of action when The Ottawa Senators host Dallas Stars at Canadian Tire Centre on February 23rd. This upcoming match will be available for viewing nationally via ESPN+ internet broadcast or locally on BSSW channel number six hundred seventy-six starting from midnight Eastern Time Zone.