In a dominant performance, the Ottawa Senators defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-0, extending the Penguins’ losing streak to seven games. Goaltender Jeremy Ullmark recorded his first shutout of the season, marking the 13th of his NHL career.
Key Highlights from the Game
- Brady Tkachuk: Scored two goals, including an empty-netter.
- Drake Batherson: Assisted on both of Tkachuk’s goals.
- David Perron: Scored his 800th NHL point and contributed to an assist.
- Claude Giroux: Added a goal to the tally, finalizing the score at 4-0.
Game Details
The Senators now hold a record of 16 wins, 13 losses, and 4 overtime losses (16-13-4), showcasing a 3-1-0 record in their last four matches. Meanwhile, the Penguins have struggled, maintaining a 14-10-9 record and going 0-3-4 in their past seven games. Their last victory occurred on December 4 against the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Scoring Breakdown
- 1st Period:
- Tkachuk opened the scoring with a power play goal at 2:16.
- 2nd Period:
- Perron scored to make it 2-0 at 1:34, marking his 800th NHL point.
- Giroux extended the lead to 3-0 at 4:50.
- 3rd Period:
- Tkachuk sealed the game with his second goal at 13:55.
Ullmark’s shutout performance and the Senators’ cohesive play signal a promising direction for the team as they aim to build on this momentum. In contrast, the Penguins must regroup to break their losing streak and regain their competitive edge in the league.
