Roster Notes:
There were no transactions for the Senators overnight, but Head Coach Dave Bell said after Friday’s game that a pair of big additions could make their return. Boko Imama is eligible to return after serving a three-game suspension and Garrett Pilon may be available after missing a couple of games due to injury. The Sens will again be without the services of Phil Daoust and Roby Jarventie, who remain on the injured list. Full lineup information, including tonight’s alignment, will be available before the puck drop.
Who to Watch:
Sens defenders Jacob Larsson and Tyler Kleven both scored in Laval on Friday and both stretched their point streaks to three games. Larsson has collected four points over that stretch (two goals, two assists), while Kleven has three points (one goal, three assists). Forward Cole Reinhardt, who had an assist last night, will play in his 200th career American Hockey League game tonight.
Laval continues to have contributions throughout their lineup, as they’ve extended their team point streak to eight games. Philippe Maillet has at least a point in each of those games (five goals, seven assists), while Emile Heineman has points in four straight games (two goals, three assists). Forward Jan Mysak had three points on Friday (one goal, two assists) as well, with goaltenders Jakub Dobes has earned at least a point in five straight starts, and Kasimir Kaskisuo has won his last three appearances.
At the rink:
It’s Bell Let’s Talk Night at CAA Arena increasing awareness about mental health. As part of Saturday’s event and leading up to Bell Let’s Talk Day on January 24, the Senators will be sharing in-game messages promoting mental health awareness and initiatives and discussing how they make their mental health a priority. The first 2,500 fans will also receive a free Bell Let’s Talk Toque, with members of the Quinte West Youth Centre also on hand to promote an increased focus on youth mental health. Bell will also be supporting the QWYC by donating tickets, and a special cheque presentation will take place during the pregame ceremonial puck drop.
Follow the action:
Today’s game starts at 7:00 p.m. (ET) and can be seen on AHL TV and heard on the
Belleville Sens Entertainment Network.