The Ottawa Senators visit the Carolina Hurricanes on December 12, 2024, in a critical Eastern Conference matchup at PNC Arena. Both teams are looking to gain momentum as they push toward the playoffs.
Key Matchups and Analysis
- Hurricanes’ Offense vs. Senators’ Defense: Carolina’s balanced attack, led by Sebastian Aho and Andrei Svechnikov, will look to exploit Ottawa’s struggling defense. The Senators have allowed an average of 3.5 goals per game this season, placing added pressure on goaltender Anton Forsberg.
- Senators’ Offense vs. Hurricanes’ Defense: Ottawa’s offense relies on Tim Stützle and Brady Tkachuk, who lead the team in scoring. However, they face a Carolina defense anchored by Jaccob Slavin and Brett Pesce, backed by the elite goaltending of Frederik Andersen.
Prediction
Carolina’s depth and home-ice advantage make them the favorites in this matchup. Prediction: Hurricanes 4, Senators 2.
