After a strong six-game stretch, the Senators faced a setback with this loss, marking their first regulation defeat since January 9.

The Ottawa Senators faced a disappointing defeat, ending their strong run of form and highlighting areas for improvement.

The Ottawa Senators faced their first regulation loss since January 9, ending a strong unbeaten streak and raising questions about their consistency.

The Ottawa Senators have shown resilience with a respectable 5-3-2 record. However, their offensive struggles on the road raise questions about their ability to compete effectively against a strong team like the Rangers.

Jake Sanderson has seen a dip in production after an impressive debut, transitioning into more of a peripheral player. In his last five games, he has recorded two assists, 16 shots, and 19 blocked shots, averaging nearly three shots and four blocked shots per game. This performance sets him up for a solid floor in any matchup, especially against the New York Rangers, who rank as a top-ten team in shots allowed but a bottom-ten team in metrics against. With the potential for a closer game than expected, Sanderson is positioned to be relied upon heavily at both ends of the ice, making him a valuable option for DFS lineups.