Senators Set to Host Blackhawks in a Tactical Tussle at Canadian Tire Centre

As the Ottawa Senators prepare to host the Chicago Blackhawks at the Canadian Tire Centre, fans can anticipate a game that could hinge on special teams' performance and goaltending prowess. The Senators have been showcasing resilience in their recent matchups, with two wins out of their last three games, including an overtime victory against the Pittsburgh Penguins and a shootout win over the Columbus Blue Jackets.

The Senators' powerplay has been notably effective, converting twice in their latest game against the New York Islanders. With a powerplay success rate of 67 percent from that game and an overall shooting percentage of 13 percent, they've demonstrated an ability to capitalize on their opportunities. Their faceoff win percentage stood strong at 54 percent during even strength play in that same match.

Goaltending has also been a cornerstone for Ottawa's recent successes. In all three past games, Senators goalies have maintained save percentages of 100 percent during even strength play – a testament to their reliability between the pipes.

However, one area where Ottawa will look to improve is faceoff performance; they've won just over half of their faceoffs across these games. Winning puck possession off draws will be crucial against Chicago's aggressive style.

Defensively speaking, blocked shots have been another area where Ottawa has excelled – with 22 blocks against both Islanders and Blue Jackets – indicating strong defensive positioning and commitment.

As for Chicago Blackhawks, while specific data isn't provided here for analysis, it's well-known that they are not an opponent to take lightly. The upcoming contest promises to be tightly contested as both teams vie for dominance on Canadian ice.

Fans can catch this exciting matchup live on March 28th at 7:00 PM EDT. It will be broadcasted online via ESPN+ and televised regionally on NBCS-CHI.