In a thrilling 3-0 victory over the Florida Panthers, the Ottawa Senators showcased their playoff ambitions as they moved closer to postseason contention, now sitting at 41 wins and 29 losses. The crowd's palpable energy, with chants of 'We want playoffs,' echoed throughout the rink, reflecting the long-awaited hope after a six-year absence from the playoffs. Drake Batherson opened the scoring with a smart tip-in from a Dylan Cozens slapshot, while backup goaltender Anton Forsberg stole the show with 40 saves, earning his third shutout of the season against a high-caliber opponent. Coach Travis Green praised his team's effort and commitment, emphasizing the desire to win within the squad.