Senators Aim for Third Straight Weekend Sweep as They Face Utah Hockey Club

Senators Aim for Third Straight Weekend Sweep as They Face Utah Hockey Club

Senators Aim for Third Straight Weekend Sweep as They Face Utah Hockey Club

The Ottawa Senators are all set to face off against the Utah Hockey Club tonight, January 26, 2025, in what promises to be an exciting non-conference matchup. This game, taking place at the Canadian Tire Centre, will be the first time the Utah team visits Ottawa. The Senators, fresh off a 2-1 victory against the Toronto Maple Leafs, are looking to extend their success and complete their third consecutive back-to-back weekend sweep. The puck drops at 5:00 p.m. ET, and fans will be buzzing with anticipation.

Ottawa's recent form has been impressive, especially after their nail-biting win over Toronto. Tim Stützle and Shane Pinto each netted a goal, while goaltender Anton Forsberg stood tall, stopping 28 shots and posting a stellar .966 save percentage. His performance was crucial in helping Ottawa’s defense withstand any Maple Leafs’ pressure. On the other hand, the Utah Hockey Club enters the game on the heels of a tough 5-2 loss to the Winnipeg Jets. That defeat broke their three-game winning streak, and the Utah team will undoubtedly be looking to bounce back.

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This marks the second meeting between the two teams this season. The first encounter, back in October, saw the Senators dominate Utah in a 4-0 shutout. Goals from Drake Batherson, Claude Giroux, Ridly Greig, and team captain Brady Tkachuk led Ottawa to a commanding win. Forsberg’s 31-save performance earned him a shutout, and the Senators are hoping to carry that momentum into tonight’s game.

Utah’s roster includes some dangerous players, like Clayton Keller, who has posted 17 goals and 36 assists this season. Barrett Hayton, another standout, has been in solid form, contributing five goals and four assists in the last ten games. But Ottawa’s offensive firepower, including Batherson’s 14 goals and 26 assists, will be a challenge for Utah’s defense. Tim Stützle has also been lighting it up recently, with four goals and one assist in his last 10 outings, and the Senators will be looking for more from him tonight.

Ottawa has been on a roll lately, going 6-3-1 in their last 10 games, averaging 1.9 goals and 3.4 assists per contest. Their defense has been solid, allowing only 2.0 goals per game. On the other hand, Utah has been somewhat inconsistent, posting a 4-5-1 record in their last 10 games while averaging 2.7 goals and 4.8 assists. Penalty minutes have been a factor for both teams, with Utah averaging 4.0 penalties per game, while Ottawa ranks 10th in the league for penalty minutes served.

With no injuries reported for either team, this game promises to be a hard-fought battle. The Senators are motivated to continue their strong home form, especially after last night’s victory. If they can bring the same energy and defensive resilience to tonight's game, they’ll have a great shot at adding another win to their streak. For fans who can't make it to the arena, the game will be broadcasted on TSN5 or RDS2, and can also be heard live on TSN 1200 and Unique FM.

If you're in Ottawa tonight, don’t miss out on the action — grab your tickets and support the Senators as they look to keep their momentum going against the Utah Hockey Club!

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