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NHL play on Tuesday features a matchup in Columbus, Ohio between the Ottawa Senators (42-29-6) and Columbus Blue Jackets (34-33-9) at Nationwide Arena, starting at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+. The Senators rank sixth with 90 points and the Blue Jackets are 12th with 77 points in the Eastern Conference.
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Senators vs. Blue Jackets: April 8 Viewing Options
- Date: Tuesday, April 8, 2025
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
- How to watch on TV: ESPN+
- Location: Columbus, Ohio
- Venue: Nationwide Arena
- Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
- Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
Senators' 2024-25 Stats
| Stat | Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 2.87 | 20th |
| Goals Allowed | 2.77 | 10th |
| Shots | 29.1 | 8th |
| Shots Allowed | 28.7 | 17th |
| Power Play % | 22.98% | 13th |
| Penalty Kill % | 77.88% | 19th |
Blue Jackets' 2024-25 Stats
| Stat | Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 3.14 | 11th |
| Goals Allowed | 3.43 | 28th |
| Shots | 29.1 | 8th |
| Shots Allowed | 29.7 | 27th |
| Power Play % | 18.29% | 25th |
| Penalty Kill % | 75.98% | 25th |
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Senators vs. Blue Jackets Top Players
Senators
- With 21 goals and 51 assists this season, Tim Stutzle is one of Ottawa's leading contributors (72 points).
- With 22 goals and 39 assists, Drake Batherson is one of the most important offensive options for Ottawa with his 61 points (0.8 per game).
- Through 76 games, Jake Sanderson has proven himself as a contributor for Ottawa. He has 55 points (11 goals and 44 assists).
- In the 42 games Linus Ullmark has played this season, his save percentage is .911, 12th in the league.
Blue Jackets
- Zachary Werenski has scored 20 goals (0.3 per game) and collected 54 assists (0.7 per game), contributing to the Columbus offense with 74 total points (one per game). He takes 3.7 shots per game, shooting 7.1%.
- Kirill Marchenko has amassed 70 points this season, with 31 goals and 39 assists.
- Sean Monahan has 49 points so far, including 17 goals and 32 assists.
- Elvis Merzlikins is 25-21-5 this season, compiling 1355 saves and allowing 166 goals (3.2 goals against average) with an .891 save percentage (50th in the league).
Senators vs. Blue Jackets Injury Report
Senators
Nick Cousins: Out (Knee),
Brady Tkachuk: Day-To-Day (Upper Body)
Blue Jackets
Kevin Labanc: Out For Season (Upper Body)
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Senators' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4/3/2025 | Lightning | W 2-1 | Home |
| 4/5/2025 | Panthers | W 3-0 | Home |
| 4/6/2025 | Blue Jackets | W 4-0 | Home |
| 4/8/2025 | Blue Jackets | - | Away |
| 4/11/2025 | Canadiens | - | Home |
| 4/13/2025 | Flyers | - | Home |
| 4/15/2025 | Blackhawks | - | Home |
Blue Jackets' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4/3/2025 | Avalanche | L 7-3 | Home |
| 4/5/2025 | Maple Leafs | L 5-0 | Away |
| 4/6/2025 | Senators | L 4-0 | Away |
| 4/8/2025 | Senators | - | Home |
| 4/10/2025 | Sabres | - | Home |
| 4/12/2025 | Capitals | - | Home |
| 4/13/2025 | Capitals | - | Away |