The Senators are still not eliminated from a wild card spot, and have won four of seven games. The Blue Jackets are 3-7 and have now lost four straight. Even worse, they have also lost Merzlikens, and have called up depth goalie Gillies from the AHL. While both these teams were shut out yesterday, Columbus lost by a full seven goals. Both teams have lengthy injury lists, but Columbus is missing both Laine and a full five defensemen. The Jackets are a wretched 3-12 when playing on back to back days. The Senators are 6-5 in the same situation and will have their starting goalie Talbot back in net.

The Sens are 4-1 in recent games vs Columbus. I expect it will be 5-1 after Sunday. Take the Senators to win.