Thu Oct 10 22:50:00 UTC 2024: ## Panthers Look to Continue Hot Start Against Senators in Season Opener

The Florida Panthers, fresh off a season-opening 6-4 victory over the Boston Bruins, will be looking to keep their momentum going as they face the Ottawa Senators on Thursday night. The game, scheduled for 7 p.m. ET at Canadian Tire Centre, marks the first meeting between the two teams this season.

The Panthers, despite a shaky defensive performance against the Bruins, showcased their offensive firepower, scoring six goals, including two by Sam Bennett and one each from Sam Reinhart and Evan Rodrigues. The Senators, on the other hand, will be looking to start their season on a positive note after finishing 7th in the Atlantic Division last season with a 37-41-4 record. They will be especially keen to improve their defensive performance, as they allowed 281 goals last season, ranking 26th in the league.

The goaltending matchup is intriguing, with Sergei Bobrovsky, who struggled in his season debut, aiming to bounce back for the Panthers, while Linus Ullmark, entering his first season with the Senators, is expected to start for Ottawa.

While the Panthers’ offense seems poised for a strong season, the Senators’ defense could make this game a close contest. Experts predict a lower-scoring matchup, as the Senators have been held to three or fewer goals in eight of their last ten games and allowed two or fewer in four of their last six.

The Panthers are favored to win, however, the Senators are more than capable of pulling off an upset, making for a potentially exciting and unpredictable season opener.

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