Sens vs Avs: A Battle of the Underdogs, Oct 28th
It's game day folks, and the Ottawa Senators are heading into Denver to face the Colorado Avalanche! This clash of the titans, well, maybe not quite titans, but definitely two teams with a lot to prove, is sure to be a barn burner.
Both teams are coming off of wins, and both are looking to prove their doubters wrong. The Sens, a team that's been rebuilding for what feels like forever, finally seem to be turning a corner. They've got some young talent on that roster, like Brady Tkachuk and Tim Stutzle, who are looking to make a splash in the league. The Avs, on the other hand, are a team that's been stuck in the middle of the pack for a few years. But with some key additions, like Valeri Nichushkin, they're hoping to make a run for the playoffs.
The key to this game will be the Sens' ability to contain the Avs' high-flying offense. The Avs are led by Nathan MacKinnon, who's always a threat to take over a game. The Sens need to be disciplined defensively and make sure they don't give up too many high-danger chances. They'll also need to find a way to get pucks past the Avs' netminder, Philipp Grubauer. He's been playing really well lately, and he's going to be a tough one to beat.
This game is going to be a close one, and it's going to come down to the wire. Both teams have the potential to make a statement, and I'm really looking forward to seeing how it all plays out. I'm calling for a Sens victory!
Here's what to watch for:
- Brady Tkachuk vs Nathan MacKinnon: It's a clash of the top dogs, and these two are going to be battling for every inch of ice.
- Special Teams: Both teams have pretty good special teams units, so I'm looking for some big goals on the power play and penalty kill.
- Goaltending: Both teams have solid goaltending, so this game could come down to who makes the biggest saves.
Predictions:
Ottawa Senators 3 Colorado Avalanche 2
Let's go Sens!