The Ottawa Senators travel to face the Toronto Maple Leafs on Friday, Feb. 28. The puck drop is set for 7:00 p.m. EST at Scotiabank Arena. Ottawa enters with a 28-22-8 record, while Toronto sits at 27-23-9. The Maple Leafs lead the season series 1-0 after a 7-5 win on Dec. 27.
Ottawa holds sixth place in the Atlantic Division, and Toronto stands eighth and needs points to climb back into the race. So, both teams are fighting for a playoff spot after the Olympics break.
Streaming and TV Options for the Senators vs. Maple Leafs
TV Schedule in the United States: Fans outside both local markets can watch this game on ESPN+. The matchup is also available through NHL Center Ice in the United States.
TV Schedule in Canada: The game has national coverage across Canada. It will air on CBC, SNO, SNP, and TVAS2. Fans can confirm the correct channel through their local provider before puck drop.
Live Streaming Options: In the United States, streaming is available on ESPN+. In Canada, fans can stream the game on CBC Gem, Sportsnet+, and TVAS+. Additional options include DIRECTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV, and FuboTV. These platforms provide access on phones, tablets, and smart TVs.
Senators vs. Maple Leafs Injury Report
Ottawa has two notable names on its injury list. Defenseman Nikolas Matinpalo is day-to-day with an undisclosed issue. Forward David Perron remains on injured reserve with a groin injury and is expected to miss time until at least mid-March.
Toronto continues to miss defenseman Chris Tanev. He is on injured reserve with a groin injury and is not expected back until at least March 2. His absence has affected the Leafs’ defensive depth this season.
Which Team Has Performed Better Between the Senators and Maple Leafs?
The Senators have gone 6-3-1 in their last 10 games, whereas the Maple Leafs have struggled lately, posting a 3-6-1 record over that span.
Tim Stutzle leads Ottawa’s recent push, and he has seven points over the last five games, including four goals. Jake Sanderson, who has won gold recently with Team USA, has added four assists during that span from the blue line.
Toronto looks to William Nylander and John Tavares for scoring support. Auston Matthews, who led Team USA as captain in their gold medal run, has also contributed five assists over the last five games. But the Leafs need stronger five-on-five production to keep pace with the Senators.
In net, Linus Ullmark anchors Ottawa with a 16-8-6 record and a 2.83 goals-against average. Joseph Woll (13-8-4) has posted a 2.92 goals-against average and a .909 save percentage for Toronto. So, goaltending could decide this matchup.
Ottawa owns the edge on the power play at 23.3 percent. Toronto counters with a top penalty kill at 83.8 percent. Face-offs may also matter, as both teams rank near the top of the league.
This Atlantic Division clash carries importance for both sides. Ottawa aims to strengthen its playoff position, and Toronto must respond at home and protect its playoff hopes.
