Ottawa at Chicago

This is the middle of a three-game road trip for an Ottawa team that has lost three of four while surrendering 13 goals. The defense is #16 in goals allowed, and #17 in save percentage, while the offense is #20 in goals scored, and #31 in shots on goal. Ottawa is on a 13-39 run on the road, plus 16-36 after a victory. Chicago plays its fifth home game in the last six contests and this is a good spot for them. Chicago has matched up well against the Sens, on a 17-5 run against them including a 9-1 record in this building, so back home ice. Play Chicago.