Senators Face Bruins in Key Atlantic Division Matchup

Ottawa aims to solidify playoff position as Boston seeks to rebound from recent struggles.

The Ottawa Senators and Boston Bruins meet Thursday at TD Garden, with the Senators leading the season series 2-0.
Ottawa recently suffered a 5-0 loss to the New York Rangers but has been strong defensively, allowing two or fewer goals in six of their last seven games.
Boston, coming off a 5-1 defeat to New Jersey, has lost eight of their last 11 games and is struggling with defensive consistency, including allowing 35 or more shots in six of their last eight contests.
Senators rookie goaltender Leevi Merilainen has been a key player in recent games, filling in for Linus Ullmark and posting a 2.32 GAA and .914 save percentage this season.
Boston's David Pastrnak continues to shine with 12 points in his last five games, while Ottawa's Brady Tkachuk looks to break an eight-game scoreless streak.