Two of the most disappointing teams in the NHL square off here. There's no reason for either team to hold back. That should favor a high-scoring game especially with below average goaltending.

Neither team is playing well defensively. Ottawa has permitted three or more goals in eight of its last nine games. The Blackhawks have allowed three or more goals in eight of their last nine games.

The Senators have been better offensively notching three or more goals in six of their seven games. The Blackhawks scored eight goals when they beat the Senators, 8-2, on the road during the first meeting on Jan. 9.