Game 14 Preview: Ottawa Senators at Boston Bruins
The Senators face a rematch with the Bruins after last week’s 7–2 loss. Ottawa enjoyed a rare four-day break in this condensed season and spent the last two days refining team strategies ahead of their visit to Boston. The Bruins aim to redeem themselves following their disappointing defeat to the Senators.
Special Preparation: The Dad’s Trip
This week, the Senators received extra motivation as their fathers joined practices and meetings. This added accountability encourages players to stay committed to the coaching plans and remain focused on executing the game plan effectively.
Coach Travis Green's Message
"Sixty-minute mindset" is the mantra for the team moving forward, aiming for full commitment and cohesion throughout the entire game.
Green emphasized the importance of complete buy-in from all players to successfully implement the systems they've practiced. The team has concentrated on improving their penalty kill and worked on 5-on-5 play and passing drills.
Outlook and Focus
About the so-called November curse, Green stated he isn’t interested in the past and is solely focused on preparing the players for the next contest.
The Senators enter this game after a recent loss to the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night, aiming to bounce back strongly against the Bruins.
Author's summary: The Senators are focused and well-prepared for their rematch against the Bruins, bolstered by strategic practices and added motivation from their fathers’ involvement.
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