Senators Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Wild Card Push, Trade Deadline Shake-up and More

With the Ottawa Senators currently sitting at a 31-22-9 record and pushing hard for the playoffs, this week is shaping up to be a defining one. Here are the key stories, the schedule outlook, and the games you need to watch.

The Wild Card Push

The Senators are officially in the hunt. Following a dominant 7-4 victory over the Seattle Kraken on Saturday night, Ottawa is riding a hot streak. They currently sit just four points behind the Boston Bruins for the final wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference. Every single point matters from here on out.

Trade Deadline Shake-Up

Ottawa made some decisive moves right at the trade deadline. They acquired 29-year-old winger Warren Foegele from the Los Angeles Kings to add grit and 200-foot reliability to the lineup.

To make room, the Sens dealt 37-year-old veteran David Perron (who has been out with a sports hernia) to the Detroit Red Wings for a conditional draft pick. They also brought Ottawa native and former 67’s winger Graeme Clarke home in a trade with the Washington Capitals.

Red-Hot Roster

Shane Pinto and Dylan Cozens are stepping up when it matters most. Pinto is coming off a massive three-point night (one goal, two assists) against the Kraken, while Cozens has scored crucial goals in back-to-back games, including the game-winner against the Calgary Flames earlier in the week.

Unfortunately, defenseman Jake Sanderson sustained an upper-body injury in Saturday’s game after a hit from Brandon Montour, and his status is unknown for Monday’s game against the Vancouver Canucks.

Senators’ Upcoming Schedule

The Senators are wrapping up a crucial five-game Western road trip before heading back to Ontario.

They face a tough test on Monday night against the Canucks. After Vancouver, Ottawa returns to the Canadian Tire Centre for a three-game homestand. They will host the Montreal Canadiens, Anaheim Ducks, and San Jose Sharks.

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