The Ottawa Senators face the Boston Bruins again following last week's decisive 7–2 win by the Senators. After a rare four-day break in this condensed season, the Senators have focused on refining their strategies during recent practices.
This week holds special significance as it is the Dad’s trip, with players' fathers attending meetings and practices, adding an extra layer of motivation and accountability.
Travis Green emphasized a “sixty-minute mindset” ahead of the game, urging the team to fully commit throughout the entire match. He seeks total buy-in and cohesion in executing the strategies worked on recently.
"We’ve spent a lot of time on our penalty kill, and I hope those adjustments will be noticeable tonight against the Bruins."
Green highlighted the team’s focus on 5-on-5 play and passing drills during practice. When asked about the Senators’ so-called November curse, he dismissed past results, saying his attention remains on preparing the players for the upcoming game.
The Senators are coming off a loss to the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night.
The Bruins are eager to rebound and protect their reputation after last week's defeat.
Author’s summary: The Senators prepare with heightened focus and parental support to maintain momentum against a Bruins team eager to recover from a heavy loss.