Will the Ottawa Senators Continue Their Winning Streak Against the Washington Capitals?

As the Ottawa Senators gear up to face the Washington Capitals, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain their recent momentum. The Senators have been on a roll, with a notable performance in their last game against the Winnipeg Jets where they secured a 3-2 victory. This win was characterized by an impressive shorthanded play and a solid 100 percent save percentage from their goaltender, who faced 30 shots.

The team's strength has been evident in even-strength situations, as seen in their previous encounter with the Buffalo Sabres. The Senators dominated with six goals at even strength and showcased an aggressive offense with 42 shots taken and a shooting percentage of 14 percent. Their faceoff win percentage stood at an impressive 60 percent, further highlighting their control over gameplay.

Defensively, Ottawa has shown resilience as well. In another past game against the Chicago Blackhawks, they emerged victorious with a shutout win of 2-0. The goaltending was once again flawless with a save percentage of 100 percent on all 19 shots faced.

These statistics suggest that Ottawa is finding ways to win through strong defensive play backed by exceptional goaltending and taking advantage of scoring opportunities at even strength.

As they head into Capital One Arena for this upcoming matchup scheduled for April 7th at 6:00 PM ET (broadcasted on ESPN+ and MNMT), it will be interesting to see if these trends continue on enemy ice. Fans can expect an exciting game where every shift could be pivotal in determining whether or not the Senators can extend their winning streak against a formidable Capitals side.