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Montreal Canadiens vs. Ottawa Senators: Preview, Predictions and Picks for October 5, 2024

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Oct 5, 2024 9:11 AM
On Saturday, October 5, 2024, at 7:00 PM, the Ottawa Senators, boasting a 4-1-1 record, will host the Montreal Canadiens, who are looking to bounce back from their 2-3-0 start, at the Canadian Tire Centre. The Senators will aim to improve their 1-1-1 home record, while the Canadiens seek their first road win of the season. It promises to be an exciting matchup between these two Canadian rivals.
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Ottawa Senators recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
10/4/24 @ Detroit Red Wings W 4-3 OT
10/1/24 @ Montreal Canadiens W 4-3
9/29/24 vs Pittsburgh Penguins L 5-2
9/26/24 vs Buffalo Sabres L 3-2 OT
9/24/24 vs Toronto Maple Leafs W 2-1

Montreal Canadiens recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
10/1/24 vs Ottawa Senators L 4-3
9/28/24 vs Toronto Maple Leafs L 2-1
9/26/24 @ Toronto Maple Leafs L 2-1
9/24/24 vs New Jersey Devils W 3-0
9/23/24 vs Philadelphia Flyers W 5-0

Canadiens vs Senators predictions

The Montreal Canadiens, despite their shaky start to the season, have a few key players who could potentially make a big impact in the upcoming game against the Ottawa Senators. Keep an eye on their leading scorers and playmakers, who have shown glimpses of brilliance despite the team's overall struggles. The Canadiens will need these players to step up, especially in away games where they haven't secured a win yet this season. It'll be interesting to see if they can turn their fortunes around on the Senators' home ice.

Switching gears to the Ottawa Senators, they’ve shown a more promising start this year and will look to leverage their top performers to maintain momentum. With a solid record at home, their leading points-getters are expected to be major contributors in this matchup. Their ability to capitalize on power plays and tighten up their defense could be key factors that sway the game in their favor. Given their current form and the advantage of playing at the Canadian Tire Centre, there’s a good chance we’ll see some standout performances from their leaders.

As for the outcome of the game, judging by the current dynamics and considering it's happening on Ottawa's home turf, the Senators seem to be in a better position to clinch this one. Their stronger start to the season and the support of the home crowd could very well tilt the scales against a struggling Montreal side. However, hockey can always surprise us, and the Canadiens have every reason to fight hard to turn their early-season frustrations into a solid performance. But if I were to put my money on it, I'd lean towards an Ottawa win this time around. What do you think?

Ottawa Senators injuries

  • Thomas Chabot (D): Out
  • Brady Tkachuk (LW): Out
  • Tim Stutzle (C): Out
  • Artem Zub (D): Day-To-Day
  • Leevi Merilainen (G): Out

Montreal Canadiens injuries

  • Patrik Laine (LW): Out
  • David Reinbacher (D): Out
  • Kaiden Guhle (D): Out

Canadiens vs Senators game info

Venue Canadian Tire Centre
Location Ottawa, ON
Puck drop Sat 7:00 PM

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