The Ottawa Senators (27-22-7) visit the Philadelphia Flyers (25-20-10) tonight at Xfinity Mobile Arena for a final Eastern Conference showdown before the NHL pauses for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:08 PM ET.
This matchup marks the third and final meeting of the regular season series. Ottawa has controlled the narrative thus far, holding a 2-0-0 record against Philadelphia this season with 2-1 and 3-2 (OT) victories. Historically, the Senators have dominated recent encounters, posting an 8-1-1 record over their last 10 games against the Flyers and maintaining a four-game winning streak dating back to March 2025.
Game Day Essentials
- Venue: Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, PA
- Broadcast: TSN5, RDS (Canada); ESPN+ (USA)
- Radio: TSN 1200, 104.7 FM
- Betting Lines: Ottawa enters as slight favourites (-125) with the Over/Under set at 5.5 goals.
Key Storylines
The Olympic Break: Both teams are desperate to enter the three-week hiatus on a winning note. For Travis Green’s Senators, a win solidifies their position in the Atlantic Division race. For Rick Tocchet’s Flyers, currently battling in a congested Metropolitan Division, two points are critical to staying within striking distance of a playoff seed.
Special Teams Battle: Statistical previews highlight a significant gap in powerplay efficiency. Philadelphia holds a considerable advantage with a 9.92 xGF/60 on the man advantage compared to Ottawa’s 8.24. Discipline will be paramount for the Senators to avoid Philadelphia’s lethal powerplay units led by Travis Konecny and Owen Tippett.
The Giroux Factor: Former Flyers captain Claude Giroux returns to his old stomping grounds once more. Giroux remains a focal point for the Senators’ offence and a sentimental favourite in Philadelphia, though his primary objective tonight is extending Ottawa’s season series sweep.
Statistical Comparison
| Metric | Ottawa Senators | Philadelphia Flyers |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 27-22-7 | 25-20-10 |
| Home/Away | 13-12-3 (Away) | 13-9-6 (Home) |
| Season Series | 2-0-0 | 0-1-1 |
| Last 10 H2H | 8-1-1 | 2-7-1 |
With the Olympic break looming, expect a high-intensity physical contest as both rosters look to empty the tank before the three-week layoff.