Senators Edge Blue Jackets in Shootout, Snap Streak at Nationwide Arena

The Ottawa Senators entered the match with a record of 9-10 and left the ice with a hard-fought victory, improving their standing to 10-10. The Columbus Blue Jackets, on the other hand, moved to an 11-9 record after the contest. The final score read 3-2 in favor of the visiting team.

The game at Nationwide Arena was a showcase of resilience for the Senators as they battled back from an early deficit. After falling behind in the first period, they maintained composure and kept their opponents scoreless through the second. It wasn't until the third period that Ottawa found their breakthrough, netting two goals to tie up proceedings and send it beyond regulation time.

Ottawa's goaltender was particularly impressive between the pipes, making 35 saves throughout regular play and overtime before standing tall in the shootout. His performance was critical as he turned away all but one of Columbus's attempts during this decisive phase.

Offensively, while powerplay opportunities were abundant for both sides with three chances each, neither team could capitalize during these moments. However, Ottawa's efficiency shone through elsewhere; despite winning only 40 percent of faceoffs overall and firing off 37 shots with a modest shooting percentage of five percent.

Defensively speaking, Ottawa excelled by blocking a significant number of shots—22 in total—demonstrating their commitment to team defense and willingness to sacrifice for victory.

In contrast to Ottawa's late-game heroics were Columbus’s efforts which saw them take control early on but unable to sustain it throughout all periods. Their powerplay unit did manage one goal from six shots while also blocking an admirable number of attempts themselves (23). Additionally noteworthy is that both teams ended up even on penalty minutes at six each.

As fans look ahead following this nail-biter at Nationwide Arena where attendance peaked at 15,667 spectators; attention now turns towards future matchups for both teams involved tonight’s contest.

The next challenge for The Senators will be against New York Islanders at UBS Arena on March 16th scheduled for an afternoon start time. Fans eager not to miss any action can tune into ESPN+ online or MSGSN television network as they broadcast live from Belmont Park.