Florida Panthers vs Ottawa Senators Recap
PublishedJanuary 11, 2026,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:January 11, 2026 ,

NHL Recap: Florida Panthers vs Ottawa Senators – 1/10/26

The Florida Panthers faced off against the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre on Saturday, January 10, 2026. The Panthers secured a win with a score of 3-2. Aaron Ekblad and Gustav Forsling played key roles in the Panthers’ victory.

Ekblad contributed two assists and two shots on goal. Forsling added one goal and one assist. This win places the Panthers at a 22-18-3 record, while the Senators hold a 20-18-5 record.

 

The game between the Florida Panthers and Ottawa Senators was scoreless through the first three periods. Both teams were unable to find the back of the net during regulation time. The Panthers had 21 shots on goal, while the Senators had 20, showing a tight defensive battle.

In overtime, the Panthers came alive, scoring three goals to secure the win. Gustav Forsling and Carter Verhaeghe each contributed with a goal and an assist. The Senators managed to score twice in the final minutes, with Claude Giroux and Fabian Zetterlund each finding the net. Despite the late effort, Ottawa fell short, and Florida took the game 3-2.

Aaron Ekblad stood out for the Florida Panthers. He provided two assists and had two shots on goal. His performance contributed significantly to the Panthers’ victory.

Gustav Forsling also made an impact for the Panthers. He scored one goal and assisted once, with one shot on goal. Carter Verhaeghe matched Forsling’s output with a goal and an assist as well.

Claude Giroux led the Ottawa Senators with one goal and an assist. He had two shots on goal. Shane Pinto also contributed with two assists, while Fabian Zetterlund scored once for the Senators.

What’s Next

The Florida Panthers’ victory over the Ottawa Senators moves their record to 22-18-3. This win helps them maintain their position at 12th in the Eastern Conference. They are striving to climb higher in the standings, and every win is important.

For the Ottawa Senators, the loss leaves them with a 20-18-5 record. They remain in 15th place in the Eastern Conference. The Senators will need to improve their performance if they want to move up in the standings.

The Florida Panthers will play their next game on Monday, January 12, 2026. They will be on the road facing the Buffalo Sabres at the KeyBank Center. The game is set to start at 7:00 PM.

The Ottawa Senators will play their next game on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. They will be at home against the Vancouver Canucks at the Canadian Tire Centre. The game will begin at 7:00 PM.

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