The Ottawa Senators are fighting for a playoff spot, trailing the New York Islanders by four points for the second Eastern Conference wild card. With 13 games left, Ottawa faces a tough schedule, including seven matchups against current playoff teams. Their only games against the Islanders, Boston Bruins, and Montreal Canadiens are on April 11, a critical stretch for their postseason hopes.

Stathletes projects Ottawa at 98.0 points, just below the Bruins' 98.4 and Montreal's 101.0, suggesting a tight race for wild card spots. The Senators' remaining games against playoff-caliber teams could determine their fate, as they’ve lost to the Buffalo Sabres and Carolina Hurricanes this season. If Ottawa secures a wild card, it would mark a significant turnaround for a team that struggled early in the season.

The draft lottery standings also loom large, with Ottawa’s performance impacting their 2026 draft position. A playoff berth would validate their late-season push, while missing out could signal ongoing rebuilding efforts. The April 11 matchup against the Islanders will be a pivotal game, as it’s their only chance against a top wild card contender.

Fans are watching closely as the final weeks of the regular season unfold.