Pre-GAME
Gretzky passed Howe for 1st on NHL goal list 30 years ago
History was scored into a yawning cage on March 23, 1994 when Wayne Gretzky snapped his 802nd regular-season goal into a virtually empty net.
And just like that, 30 years ago, on a Los Angeles Kings power play, 14:47 into the second period, The Great One was the NHL all-time goal-scoring leader.
Converting a pass from Marty McSorley, Gretzky pulled ahead of the legendary Gordie Howe by a single goal, on his way to the 894th goal he took into retirement in 1999.
This record still holds to this day, but Alexander Ovechkin is closing on him, currently with 846 goals.
GAME DAY REPORT
Senators vs. Oilers
Last time: On Jan 6, the Ottawa Senators lost to the Edmonton Oilers 3-1 during their winless western road-trip. It was Ottawa’s 3rd consecutive loss when Zach Kyman scored a hat-trick.
Game Day: The Senators are coming off a decisive win against the Devils yesterday. Tonight the Senators face the Oilers at 6pm in Ottawa. They looking to even the series but are facing some stiff competition. Edmonton are 2nd in the Pacific division and sit at top of the league in goals scoring and special teams.
Oilers
42-22-4
2nd Pacific
L1
C. Pickard
(10-4-0)
26.6(2nd)
80.5(12th)
3.58(4th)
2.82(8th)
Matchup
Record
Standing
Streak
Goalie
(Expected)
PP (%)
PK (%)
Avg. Goals Scored
Avg. Goals Allowed
Senators
29-36-4
8th Atlantic
W1
A. Forsberg
(12-12-0)
16.9 (26th)
72.7 (31st)
3.13 (16th)
3.57 (28th)
Injury Report
Senators: J. Norris (LT – Shoulder), Z. MacEwen (IR – Lower Body), M. Highmore (Upper Body)
Oilers: None
Game recap – Mar 23 – sens vs. Devils
Senators trounce Devils 5-2, ends two infamous records
The Ottawa Senators ended two infamous records with the win in the Prudential Center. They won their first game in regulation in 15 games and also scored more than 5 goals in a game in 20 games. The Senators played spoilers to the Devils who are vying for a playoff spot.
Quick Sens Highlights:
- In breaking with old habits, the Senators scored first, a short-handed goal by Mathieu Joseph, his 11th of the season, unassisted to take the 1-0 into the second period.
- As the 2nd period began, the New Jersey Devils scored twice in the first minute of hockey, taking the lead 2-1.
- Not to be outdone, Ottawa rallied and scored three unanswered goals to take a 4-2 game into the 3rd period.
- Ridly Greig scored his 11th of the season, assisted by Mathieu Joseph and Jacob Bernard-Docker.
- Two minutes later, Angus Crookshank scored his 2nd of the season, assisted by Tim Stutzle and Thomas Chabot.
- Thomas Chabot scored his 8th of the season, off a sweet pass by Brady Tkachuk and Erik Brannstrom.
- Ottawa put the last nail in the coffin when Drake Batherson scored his 24th of the season in the 3rd period, assisted by Brady Tkachuk.
- Joonas Korpisalo took the win, making 18 saves on 20 shots for a 2.03 GA and .900 SV%.
NHL Three Stars
⭐ M. Joseph (1G 1A) ⭐⭐ T. Chabot (1G 1A) ⭐⭐⭐ R. Greig (1G)
ON THIS DAY IN SENS HISTORY
🎂 Happy Birthday Ron Hainsey!
Happy 44th Birthday to Ron Hainsey, the Bolton, Connecticut native was drafted in 2000 by Montreal’s 1st-round pick – 13th overall. Hainsey played his last NHL season with the Ottawa Senators, playing in 64 games recording 12 points.
🇸🇪 Karlsson Makes Franchise History
In 2014, Erik Karlsson becomes the first defenceman in franchise history to record 20 goals in one season.
🏒 Hamonic Reaches 700th Game
In 2022, Travis Hamonic played his 700th NHL game of his career at Winnipeg, making his Senators debut.
☝Joseph Gets 1st Point With Sens
Also in 2022, Mathieu Joseph registered his first point with Ottawa in a 5-2 win over Winnipeg.
by the numbers – jersey # 30
Did you know that 10 Ottawa Senators players have worn jersey #30 and they are ALL goaltenders! Kevin Mandolese is the current goaltender to proudly wear #30. Can you name any of the 9 remaining players?
Here is a small sampling of hockey players who wore jersey #30, click below to see the complete list
- Brian Elliott (2007-08 to 2010-11)
- Ben Bishop (2011-12 to 2012-13)
- Andrew Hammond (2013-14 to 2016-17)
- Matt Murray (2020-21 to 2021-22)
Check the By The Numbers page to see former players who proudly wore Senators jerseys and don’t forget to check our searchable table!
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