The Ottawa Senators (18-14-5) host the Columbus Blue Jackets (16-15-6) as a part of Monday's NHL schedule, starting at 7 p.m. ET at Canadian Tire Centre and broadcast on ESPN+. The Senators are 13th and the Blue Jackets 16th in the Eastern Conference.
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Senators vs. Blue Jackets: Dec. 29 Viewing Options
- Date: Monday, December 29, 2025
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
- How to watch on TV: ESPN+
- Location: Ottawa, Ontario
- Venue: Canadian Tire Centre
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Senators' 2025-26 Stats
| Stat | Per-Game Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 3.27 | 8th |
| Goals Allowed | 3.24 | 22nd |
| Shots | 28.0 | 19th |
| Shots Allowed | 25.5 | 4th |
| Power Play % | 26.27% | 4th |
| Penalty Kill % | 70.59% | 32nd |
Blue Jackets' 2025-26 Stats
| Stat | Per-Game Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 2.92 | 20th |
| Goals Allowed | 3.41 | 29th |
| Shots | 30.0 | 4th |
| Shots Allowed | 30.5 | 30th |
| Power Play % | 19.79% | 14th |
| Penalty Kill % | 74.76% | 29th |
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Senators vs. Blue Jackets Top Players
Senators
- Tim Stutzle has been imperative to Ottawa's offense this season, racking up 39 points in 37 games.
- With 15 goals and 22 assists, Drake Batherson is one of the most important contributors for Ottawa with his 37 points (1.1 per game).
- On 83 shots (for 11 goals) and 18 assists, Dylan Cozens has contributed 29 points this season.
- In the 28 games Linus Ullmark has played this season, his save percentage is .880, 58th in the league.
Blue Jackets
- Zachary Werenski has scored 14 goals (0.4 per game) and collected 26 assists (0.7 per game), fueling the Columbus offense with 40 total points (1.1 per game). He takes 3.6 shots per game, shooting 10.7%.
- Kirill Marchenko has helped lead the attack for Columbus this season with 13 goals and 16 assists.
- Adam Fantilli is a top contributor on offense for Columbus with 12 goals and 12 assists.
- Jet Greaves has a .906 save percentage (26th in the league), with 618 total saves, allowing 64 goals (2.7 goals against average). He has put up a 10-9-5 record this season.
Senators vs. Blue Jackets Injury Report
Senators
Shane Pinto: Out (Lower Body),
Lars Eller: Out (Foot)
Blue Jackets
Zachary Werenski: Out (Lower Body),
Erik Gudbranson: Out (Hip),
Isac Lundestrom: Day-To-Day (Undisclosed)
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Senators' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/21/2025 | Bruins | W 6-2 | Away |
| 12/23/2025 | Sabres | L 3-2 | Home |
| 12/27/2025 | Maple Leafs | L 7-5 | Away |
| 12/29/2025 | Blue Jackets | - | Home |
| 1/1/2026 | Capitals | - | Home |
| 1/3/2026 | Jets | - | Home |
| 1/5/2026 | Red Wings | - | Home |
Blue Jackets' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/20/2025 | Ducks | L 4-3 | Away |
| 12/22/2025 | Kings | W 3-1 | Away |
| 12/28/2025 | Islanders | W 4-2 | Home |
| 12/29/2025 | Senators | - | Away |
| 12/31/2025 | Devils | - | Home |
| 1/3/2026 | Sabres | - | Home |
| 1/4/2026 | Penguins | - | Home |