Ottawa Senators

2024 - 12 - 14

When The Senators Face Sid The Kid: A Night of Thrills and Overtime Chills!

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Ottawa Senators thrill fans with an electrifying win over the Pittsburgh Penguins, finishing the year on a high note!

In a spectacular showdown at Canadian Tire Centre, the Ottawa Senators faced off against the formidable Pittsburgh Penguins in their final home game of 2024. Hockey fans packed the arena in anticipation of an epic clash featuring stars like Sidney Crosby and Erik Karlsson. The Senators were coming off a jaw-dropping victory against the Carolina Hurricanes, where Shane Pinto shone brightly with a two-goal performance. With such momentum, the stage was set for an unforgettable evening of hockey action.

As the puck dropped at 7:00 PM ET, the Senators and Penguins exchanged high-paced plays and tantalizing scoring chances. Both teams showed resilience as they navigated through tight defense, but it was the Senators who found an extra spark in overtime. After battling through regulation time with a tied score of 2-2, Brady Tkachuk stepped up for the Senators, delivering the winning goal just 1:46 into overtime. The crowd erupted as the Senators clinched their third consecutive win in a nail-biting 3-2 finish, closing their 2024 home schedule on a triumphant note.

Drake Batherson, the Senators’ left winger, continued to prove why he’s been labeled one of the most underrated players in the NHL. Teammate Tim Stutzle has praised Batherson’s growth and contribution, especially as he races toward his best scoring season yet. His ability to remain consistent in front of the net not only pleases the fans but also builds the team's confidence going into the new year. With a roster brimming with talent and determination, the Senators are certainly a team to keep an eye on.

In addition to their impressive team dynamics, the Senators’ game against the Penguins also highlighted the depth of individual prowess as both teams showcased their top-tier talents. Linus Ullmark made key saves to keep Ottawa in the game, demonstrating that goalies really can roll with the punches — even when called to action unexpectedly due to a pre-game injury to Anton Forsberg. The combination of skill, strategy, and a touch of luck in that overtime clincher showed that this Senators team has what it takes to contend in the competitive waters of the NHL playoffs.

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GAMEDAY: Ottawa Senators face Sid The Kid, Erik Karlsson and ... (Ottawa Citizen)

GameDay: Ottawa Senators are home to Sidney Crosby, Erik Karlsson and the Pittsburgh Penguins in final home game of the year.

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Preview: Penguins at Senators, December 14, 2024 (Ottawa Senators)

The Ottawa Senators return home for the final time in 2024 as they take on the Pittsburgh Penguins tonight at 7:00 p.m. ET.

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Game Preview: 12.14.24 at Ottawa Senators (NHL.com)

The Pittsburgh Penguins wrap up their two-game road trip as they face the Ottawa Senators for the first time this season. Puck drop is set for 7:00 PM ET at ...

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GAME DAY: After Impressive Shutout Victory At Carolina, Ottawa ... (Yahoo Canada Sports)

The Senators host the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday in their final home game of 2024.

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Game Preview: Pittsburgh Penguins @ Ottawa Senators 12/14/2024 (PensBurgh)

The Pens are looking to follow up a nine-goal outburst with a second straight win tonight in Ottawa.

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NHL Game Preview: Pittsburgh Penguins at Ottawa Senators with ... (Inside The Rink)

NHL Game Preview: Pittsburgh Penguins at Ottawa Senators with Line Combinations, Injury Report, Betting Lines, News & Notes 12/14/2024.

Ottawa hosts Pittsburgh after Pinto's 2-goal performance (The Killeen Daily Herald)

The Ottawa Senators host the Pittsburgh Penguins after Shane Pinto's two-goal game against the Carolina Hurricanes in the Senators' 3-0 win.

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Ottawa Senators Winger Drake Batherson Closes The Gap On ... (Yahoo Sports)

On pace for a career year, Batherson might end up with bragging rights on some of his friends at next summer's NHL star-filled skate out east.

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Ottawa Senators 'under-rated' winger Drake Batherson finding a ... (Ottawa Citizen)

Teammate Tim Stutzle calls him one of the most under-rated players in the NHL.

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PIT@OTT: Ullmark with a great save against Erik Karlsson | Ottawa ... (NHL.com)

ottawasenators.com is the official website of the Ottawa Senators Hockey Club. The Ottawa Senators and ottawasenators.com are trademarks of Capital Sports ...

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Is Ottawa Senators' Drake Batherson 'One Of The Most Underrated ... (The Hockey News)

Ottawa Senators right winger Drake Batherson has evolved into one of their best players and one of the top Canadian scorers in the NHL.

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Penguins & Senators Game Day Hockey Trivia (Dec. 14) (Yahoo Sports)

The Pittsburgh Penguins visit Canada's capital when they challenge the Ottawa Senators on Saturday night.

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Ottawa Senators edge Pittsburgh Penguins, climb into NHL playoff ... (Ottawa Citizen)

Ottawa Senators edge Pittsburgh Penguins, climb into NHL playoff race · The Ottawa Senators have officially arrived in the National Hockey League's playoff ...

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Tkachuk scores in OT as Senators edge Penguins (TSN)

Linus Ullmark was expecting to have the night off but was called into action after Anton Forsberg suffered a minor injury before warm-up.

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Brady Tkachuk scores in OT to lift Senators to 3-2 win over Penguins (The Washington Post)

Brady Tkachuk scored 1:46 into overtime and the Ottawa Senators beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 for their first three-game winning streak of the season.

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Is Ottawa Senators' Drake Batherson 'One Of The Most Underrated ... (Yahoo Sports)

Ottawa Senators right winger Drake Batherson has evolved into one of their best players and one of the top Canadian scorers in the NHL.

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Senators win third straight with victory over Penguins (NHL.com)

The Ottawa Senators won their third game in a row with a 3-2 overtime win over the Pittsburgh Penguins.

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Ullmark's surprise start helps Senators beat Penguins in OT (TSN)

Goalies tend to be creatures of habit and being taken out of their routine can often be challenging, but Linus Ullmark just rolled with things when he found ...

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Ottawa Senators Close Out 2024 Home Schedule With 3-2 Overtime ... (Yahoo Canada Sports)

Brady Tkachuk scored in overtime as the Ottawa Senators defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 on Saturday night at Canadian Tire Centre.

Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Ottawa Senators - NHL Game Recap ... (CBSSports.com)

Blake Lizotte and Kris Letang scored for the Penguins, who lost for the third time in five games. Tristan Jarry finished with 28 saves. Chabot opened the ...

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PIT@OTT: Ullmark with a great save against Sidney Crosby | Ottawa ... (NHL.com)

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Penguins 'Skated' By Senators, Tkachuk Finishes Pens in OT (Pittsburgh Hockey Now)

KANATA, Ontario — Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Kris Letang beat Ottawa Senators goalie Linus Ullmark with a soft wrister from about 50 feet through a ...

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