The Set-up
Ottawa (5-14-1) snapped a two-game losing streak Sunday night as they beat Montreal 3-2 in overtime on Brady Tkachuk's winner.
Montreal's (9-5-3) loss Sunday kept them in fourth place in the North Division, two points clear of Calgary. The Canadiens have still yet to lose in regulation on the road this season (6-0-3) and its 15 road points are the most in the NHL.
Ottawa is looking to snap a long power play goalless streak as they've failed to score on their last 26 attempts, spanning more than eight games. Their last power play goal came against Montreal on Feb. 6 thanks to Colin White in the first period. They went 0-for-4 in Sunday's game.
The Senators won 60 per cent of its faceoffs Sunday, the highest winning percentage it has had in a game this season.
Roster notes
Sens defenceman Thomas Chabot remains a game-time decision tonight. He's missed the last two games for Ottawa with an unspecified injury. Braydon Coburn will skate in his place if he is unable to play.
Up front, head coach D.J. Smith confirmed his forward group will remain the same as Sunday meaning Micheal Haley plays for the second straight game despite some shuffling over the last 24 hours back-and-forth between the taxi squad.
Matt Murray did not skate in the team's morning skate today but his availability for tonight's game isn't affected by that. No word on whether Murray will start or if Joey Daccord will make his second career NHL start.
Previous history
In three games against Montreal, the Sens are 2-1 this season. It's been a low scoring series so far as the two teams have combined for just 13 goals in those three contests.
After tonight, Ottawa and Montreal next battle on March 2.
Who to watch
Tkachuk continues to star for the Sens as he leads the team in points with 13 this season after his multi-point effort Monday night. His six goals are tied for the most on the team and next goal will be the 50th of his NHL career.
Additionally, Tkachuk leads the NHL in shots with 85 and is second in hits with 83 while averaging 18:10 a night.
Where to Watch
Tuesday's game can be seen live on TSN5 and RDS at 7 p.m. Fans can also tune into the radio call on TSN 1200 and Unique FM 94.5.
