The Ottawa Senators have turned their home fortunes around, achieving a 2-0-0 record in December after a tough November. Their latest victory came against the Nashville Predators, ending a seven-game losing streak for Nashville.

Tim Stutzle and Jacob Bernard-Docker contributed to a strong second period, while Claude Giroux's shot deflected off Steven Stamkos to extend the lead. Despite Juuse Saros's 27 saves, the Predators struggled, with Linus Ullmark making 37 saves for the Senators.