Senators Edge Penguins in Overtime, Secure Victory at Canadian Tire Centre
The Ottawa Senators' season record improved to a commendable 2-1 after a nail-biting encounter with the Pittsburgh Penguins, which concluded with a 2-1 victory. The Senators' performance on home ice was pivotal in securing the win, while the Penguins now sit at a 1-2 record following this closely contested match.
From the opening faceoff at Canadian Tire Centre, both teams demonstrated strong defensive play, keeping the first two periods scoreless. The Senators capitalized on their physical game, out-hitting their opponents with 27 hits compared to the Penguins' 21. Despite several powerplay opportunities for both sides—two for Ottawa and one for Pittsburgh—neither team could convert these chances into goals.
The deadlock was finally broken in the third period by each team scoring once and pushing the game into overtime. The Senators showed resilience and determination as they battled through an intense final stretch of regulation time. With shots almost even—39 for Ottawa and 35 for Pittsburgh—the goaltenders were tested frequently but stood tall under pressure.
Ottawa's winning goal came during overtime amidst an electrifying atmosphere fueled by a crowd of 19,236 fans. This decisive moment not only showcased Ottawa's offensive capabilities but also highlighted their ability to perform under pressure; they took six shots in overtime before finding success.
Key players emerged as heroes in this tight contest. The Senators' goalie made an impressive total of 34 saves with a perfect save percentage during even strength play while facing down 35 shots from Pittsburgh's offense throughout regular play and overtime combined. On offense, Ottawa’s skaters contributed four assists alongside their two goals scored evenly across regulation time and overtime.
Looking ahead to their next challenge, the Ottawa Senators will be visiting Nationwide Arena to face off against Columbus Blue Jackets on March 14th at 7:00 PM Eastern Time. Fans eager to follow along can tune into ESPN+ online or watch on BSOH television network as the team looks to continue building upon their recent success.