The Ottawa Senators face the Nashville Predators in a lone NHL matchup on Monday night at 7:30 p.m. ET in Nashville. The Senators enter the game on a high, having won four consecutive games, including a dominant 6-0 victory over the Minnesota Wild. Rookie goaltender Leevi Merilainen, who notched his third shutout, has been sent to the AHL, paving the way for Linus Ullmark's return from injury. Meanwhile, the Predators are struggling, having lost their last four games and scoring just three goals across their last three contests.

Despite concerns over team chemistry with Ullmark's return, the Senators' recent form looks promising against a struggling Predators lineup. Previous meetings have favored Ottawa, who won 3-1 in December, with Ullmark performing admirably. The expectation for this game includes a low total, as both teams have trended towards unders in recent outings. Player props suggest backing Jake Sanderson, who has been on fire lately.

Leevi Merilainen delivered a stellar performance for the Ottawa Senators, securing his third shutout of the season as they dominated the Minnesota Wild with a resounding 6-0 victory. The Senators showcased their offensive prowess, led by Jake Sanderson, who contributed a goal and three assists. Tim Stutzle and Drake Batherson each tallied a goal and two assists, while Brady Tkachuk also scored, alongside Josh Norris and Michael Amadio. Ottawa completed a perfect four-game homestand, finishing with a 4-0-0 record.

Filip Gustavsson put in a valiant effort in goal for the Wild, making 46 saves despite his team's struggles. The Senators capitalized on power plays, converting three out of eight opportunities, while Minnesota failed to score on three chances. Notably, Ottawa's short-handed goal by Norris set the tone early in the game, with the Senators extending their lead in the second period.

The game took a crucial turn when Minnesota's Ryan Hartman received a major penalty for an attempt to injure Stutzle during a faceoff. This led to a flurry of goals in the third period, sealing the Senators' victory. However, Ottawa will be missing Nick Cousins for up to eight weeks due to knee surgery.

Ottawa Senators triumphed over the Minnesota Wild with a commanding 6-0 victory, concluding a successful four-game homestand with a perfect record at Canadian Tire Centre. The Senators showcased dominance, especially in the first 40 minutes, taking a 3-0 lead.

Three power-play goals early in the third period sealed the match; Jake Sanderson led the charge with a career-high four-point night, including a goal and three assists. Brady Tkachuk and Drake Batherson were among the other goal scorers, and Leevi Merilainen secured his third shutout of the season by stopping 16 shots.

On the other hand, the Wild's undisciplined play cost them dearly as they allowed three power-play goals, a key factor in their defeat. Notably, Ryan Hartman's match penalty for a dangerous hit on Tim Stutzle further compounded Minnesota's woes.

The Ottawa Senators have shown a strong performance, achieving consecutive wins with a 3-1 victory against the Utah Hockey Club after a narrow 2-1 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs. Claude Giroux, breaking a 14-game goal drought, netted the game-winner midway through the third period, while Brady Tkachuk added insurance with his first goal in 11 games. Leevi Merilainen was instrumental in goal with 33 saves, marking his seventh win.

Despite their recent struggles on the power play, the Senators managed to capitalize on a Utah giveaway for an early short-handed goal from Ridly Greig. The win improves Ottawa's standing, showcasing the team's resilience and offensive awakening as they prepare to host the Washington Capitals next.

The Ottawa Senators continue to demonstrate their resilience, winning their second consecutive game with a 3-1 victory over the Utah Hockey Club. Claude Giroux, breaking a 14-game drought, scored the pivotal goal in the third period, while Brady Tkachuk added an insurance marker, also breaking his own 11-game scoring slump. The Senators, now at 26-20-4, have solidified their position in the league following this performance, especially as Leevi Merilainen stood tall in net, stopping 33 shots.

On the other hand, Utah concluded their three-game road trip with a disappointing 1-2-0 record. Their power play woes continued, failing to capitalize on three opportunities while surrendering a short-handed goal to Ridly Greig, who put Ottawa ahead 1-0 in the second period. The Senators’ power play struggles persist, now at 1-for-14 in their last five games, raising questions about their effectiveness moving forward.