The Ottawa Senators (37-27-5) hit the ice against the Buffalo Sabres (28-35-6) in NHL play on Tuesday, starting at 7 p.m. ET at KeyBank Center and broadcast on ESPN+. The Senators rank seventh with 79 points and the Sabres are 16th with 62 points in the Eastern Conference.
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Senators vs. Sabres: March 25 Viewing Options
- Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2025
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
- How to watch on TV: ESPN+
- Location: Buffalo, New York
- Venue: KeyBank Center
- 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 | 2.91 | 20th |
| Goals Allowed | 2.87 | 12th |
| Shots | 29.2 | 7th |
| Shots Allowed | 28.4 | 16th |
| Power Play % | 23.66% | 12th |
| Penalty Kill % | 77% | 19th |
Sabres' 2024-25 Stats
| Stat | Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 3.1 | 12th |
| Goals Allowed | 3.52 | 29th |
| Shots | 27.6 | 20th |
| Shots Allowed | 28.8 | 21st |
| Power Play % | 18% | 26th |
| Penalty Kill % | 76.92% | 20th |
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Senators vs. Sabres Top Players
Senators
- Tim Stutzle is one of Ottawa's top contributors this season with 70 points. He has averaged 0.3 goals per game, shooting 15.3%.
- With 20 goals and 36 assists, Drake Batherson is one of the most important offensive options for Ottawa with his 56 points (0.8 per game).
- Ottawa's scoring effort is aided by Brady Tkachuk's 56 points. He's contributed 24 assists.
- In the 37 games Linus Ullmark has played this season, his save percentage is .907, 17th in the league.
Sabres
- Tage Thompson has scored 34 goals (0.5 per game) and put up 26 assists (0.4 per game), contributing to the Buffalo offense with 60 total points (0.9 per game). He averages 3.1 shots per game, shooting 17.1%.
- John-Jason Peterka has scored 54 total points (0.8 per game) this campaign. He has 23 goals and 31 assists.
- Rasmus Dahlin has posted 13 goals on the season, adding 40 assists.
- Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has a 23-22-4 record this season, with an .888 save percentage (59th in the league). He has 1218 saves, and has allowed 154 goals (3.2 goals against average).
Senators vs. Sabres Injury Report
Senators
Nick Cousins: Out (Knee),
Nick Jensen: Day-To-Day (Lower Body)
Sabres
Jordan Greenway: Day-To-Day (Lower Body),
Joshua Norris: Day-To-Day (Undisclosed),
Jiri Kulich: Day-To-Day (Concussion),
Sam Lafferty: Day-To-Day (Groin)
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Senators' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3/18/2025 | Canadiens | L 6-3 | Away |
| 3/20/2025 | Avalanche | L 5-1 | Home |
| 3/22/2025 | Devils | W 3-2 | Away |
| 3/25/2025 | Sabres | - | Away |
| 3/27/2025 | Red Wings | - | Away |
| 3/29/2025 | Blue Jackets | - | Home |
| 3/30/2025 | Penguins | - | Away |
Sabres' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3/20/2025 | Utah Hockey Club | L 5-2 | Away |
| 3/22/2025 | Wild | L 4-1 | Away |
| 3/23/2025 | Jets | W 5-3 | Away |
| 3/25/2025 | Senators | - | Home |
| 3/27/2025 | Penguins | - | Home |
| 3/29/2025 | Flyers | - | Away |
| 3/30/2025 | Capitals | - | Away |