Ottawa wins 4-0 against Utah for first road victory
- Ottawa Senators achieved their first road win of the season with a 4-0 victory over the Utah Hockey Club.
- The Senators scored all four goals in the first period, with significant contributions from Batherson, Giroux, Greig, and Tkachuk.
- Despite Utah outshooting Ottawa, their inability to convert scoring chances resulted in a disappointing outcome and their first home loss.
In Salt Lake City, Anton Forsberg played a pivotal role in the Ottawa Senators' decisive 4-0 victory against the Utah Hockey Club on October 22, 2024. Showcasing remarkable form, Forsberg registered 31 saves, contributing to the Senators' first road win of the season. The first period was dominated by Ottawa's offense, with Drake Batherson, Claude Giroux, Ridly Greig, and Brady Tkachuk all finding the net before the end of the first frame. The Senators took advantage of early scoring opportunities, with Batherson and Giroux netting goals just over a minute apart, demonstrating offensive efficiency. Greig later scored on a power play, capitalizing on Utah’s faltering penalty kill, which had been flawless in recent games. Tkachuk completed the strong opening period by extending the lead to 4-0, leaving Utah reeling. Despite managing to outshoot Ottawa 31-22 during the match, Utah struggled to convert scoring chances, highlighting their inefficiency in front of the net. Connor Ingram initially guarded the goal for Utah but was replaced by Karel Vejmelka following a tough first period. After this defeat, Utah faced its first home loss of the season, exposing weaknesses in their defense against Ottawa’s relentless attack. Looking ahead, Ottawa will continue their road trip against Vegas, while Utah is set to face Colorado, both teams looking to recover from their respective situations.