Game 5 Hub: Ottawa Senators vs. Seattle Kraken
The Senators are at risk of a four-game losing streak and need a strong start tonight on home ice. They lead the series 5-3 since Seattle's inaugural 2022 season, with Ottawa winning both games last year by identical 3–0 shutouts.
Seattle will be well-rested, having spent yesterday in Ottawa, while the Senators are coming off a disappointing road loss in Buffalo. With captain Brady Tkachuk out of the lineup, the team is in a fragile state, relying on veteran players to step up and lead.
The current state of the Senators is fragile, especially with captain Brady Tkachuk out of the lineup. He is the heart of the team—the engine that makes the Sens go every night.
The Senators need to have a short memory and prepare to avoid a three-game losing streak to last year's non-playoff teams.
Author's summary: Senators face Kraken, seeking to end losing streak.