Ottawa is 0-2 losing a pair of shootouts. The Senators are without their two top defesemen, Erik Karlsson and Johnny Oduya. But the Senators are due to win and Vancouver is in a letdown spot.

The Cancuks are 2-14 in their last 16 home games. One of those victories was their season-opener, a 3-2 victory against Edmonton this past Saturday. That was a huge win coming in Travis Green's coaching debut.

The Senators have fortified their defense with minor league call-ups who sport excellent credentials. Sources tell me these kids can play. Vancouver is 2-10 following a victory.

The timing and price are right to back the Senators here.