Pre-GAME
Historic Madison Square Gardens
Since it first opened its doors in 1879, Madison Square Garden has been a celebrated center of New York life. Madison Square Garden has been the site of four Democratic National Conventions and one Republican National Convention; landmark visits from Pope John Paul II (in 1979) and Pope Francis (in 2015); Marilyn Monroe’s famous birthday serenade to President John F. Kennedy in 1962.
From a structural standpoint, the Arena was considered an engineering marvel for its time, including its famous circular shape and unique, cable-supported ceiling, which contributes to its intimate feel. In October 2013, The World’s Most Famous Arena became the world’s most state-of-the-art with the completion of a 3-year, top-to-bottom transformation, ensuring that Madison Square Garden will continue to be the site of historic, unforgettable live experiences for generations to come.
This building is always a added jolt of excitement for the players to motivate them.
GAME DAY REPORT
Senators vs. Rangers
Last time: Rangers score 7 unanswered goals to crush Sens 7-2. It started off well with Ottawa scoring the first two goals and then the Rangers pounced on the Senators, scoring 7 unanswered goals, chasing away Joonas Korpisalo.
Game Day: In the second last game of the year the Senators hope to ride their 2 game winning streak into Madison Square Gardens. Brady Tkachuk has 37 goals and 36 assists for the Senators. Drake Batherson has three goals and seven assists over the last 10 games. Meanwhile Chris Kreider has scored 39 goals with 34 assists for the Rangers. Alexis Lafreniere has seven goals and four assists over the past 10 games.
Rangers
54-23-4
1st Metropolitan
W1
I. Shesterkin
(35-17-2)
26.7 (2nd)
84.3 (3rd)
3.38 (T7th)
2.79 (7th)
Matchup
Record
Standing
Streak
Goalie
(Expected)
PP (%)
PK (%)
Avg. Goals Scored
Avg. Goals Allowed
Senators
36-40-4
7th Atlantic
W2
J. Korpisalo
(21-25-4)
18.3 (23rd)
75 (29th)
3.09 (17th)
3.45 (28th)
Injury Report
Senators: Angus Crookshank: day to day (lower body), Josh Norris: out for season (upper body), Matthew Highmore: out (upper-body), Tim Stutzle: day to day (upper-body), Travis Hamonic: day to day (lower body).
Rangers: Blake Wheeler: out for season (lower-body), Filip Chytil: out for season (upper-body).
Game recap – Apr 13 – sens vs. canadiens
Sens Take Down Canadiens in Shootout
In a back and forth game the Sens managed to win their second straight game in back to back shootout wins. Brady Tkachuk had two goals and an assist, Drake Batherson scored the only goal in the shootout. The Senators beat the Canadiens 5-4 on Saturday night.
Quick Sens Highlights:
- Brady Tkachuk scored his 36th and 37th of the year. He also added an assist.
- Drake Batherson scored the lone shootout goal to secure the victory.
- Ottawa tied the game at 18:55 into the 3rd period when Thomas Chabot scored his 9th goal of the year.
- Jake Sanderson had 3 assists in the game.
- Joonas Korpisalo took the loss, making 21 saves on 25 shots for 4.00 GA and a .840 SV%.
NHL Three Stars
⭐ Brady Tkachuk (2G, 1A) ⭐⭐ Cole Caufield(2G)⭐⭐⭐ Jake Sanderson (3 Assists)
ON THIS DAY IN SENS HISTORY
🎂 Happy Birthday Brian Pothier
Happy 47th Birthday Brian Pothier! The New Bedford, Massachusetts native was undrafted in the NHL but enjoyed 9 seasons in the league, playing 362 games for 26 goals and 118 points. He spent three seasons with the Senators, starting in the 2002-03 season until the 2005-06 season.
👔 Ottawa Senators Fire 1st General Manager
In 1993, the Senators fired general manager Mel Bridgman who had served as the club’s inaugural GM. He was replaced by Randy Sexton who selected Alexandre Daigle first overall in the 1993 NHL Entry Draft.
🏒 So Long Great One!
In 1999, before a capacity crowd at the Corel Centre, the Senators and New York Rangers played to a 2-2 tie. It is the final regular-season game in Canada for the Rangers’ Wayne Gretzky, the NHL’s all-time leading scorer. Gretzky is named the game’s only star.
by the numbers – jersey # 29
Did you know that 15 Ottawa Senators players have worn jersey #29? Sens prospect Dillon Heatherington currently wears #29, below are a few memorable players. Can you guess the others?
Here is a partial list containing the most recognizable players who wore jersey #29:
- Brooks Laich
- Martin Gerber
- Johnny Oduya
Check the By The Numbers page to see former players who proudly wore Senators jerseys and don’t forget to check our searchable table!
AROUND THE RINK
- Stanley Cup Playoff clinching scenario for April 14
- Coyotes sale expected within week, Arizona to get NHL expansion team: report
- Canadiens sign top prospect Lane Hutson to NHL entry-level contract
