This late in the season, it can be hard to find meaning in games. We as Sens fans unfortunately know this all too well, having watch way too many meaningless late-season game. This matchup featured two teams already eliminated from the playoffs, so it’s not like the Sens could even have fun playing spoiler.
Folks, this felt like a meaningless game.
The Sens were saving their energy for tomorrow’s big showdown. Perfectly understandable.
First Period
The Sens got off to a decent start, with good pressure in the offensive zone for the first six minutes.