The Ottawa Senators (44-27-11) face the Carolina Hurricanes (53-22-7) on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET on ESPN. Our model gives Carolina Hurricanes a 71% chance to win.
Quick Facts
| Matchup | Ottawa Senators at Carolina Hurricanes |
| Date | Saturday, April 18, 2026 |
| Time | 3:00 PM ET |
| Venue | Lenovo Center |
| National TV (US) | ESPN |
| National TV (CA) | SN, TVAS |
| Local (CAR) | FDSNSO |
| Streaming | ESPN+, Sportsnet NOW, TVA Sports Direct |
Where to Watch OTT vs CAR
The Ottawa Senators visit the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET. The game will air on ESPN and can be streamed on ESPN+, Sportsnet NOW, TVA Sports Direct.
Matchup Analysis
The Ottawa Senators enter the game with a 44-27-11 record (99 points), sitting ATL 5 in the standings (WC2). Our model gives them a 29% chance of winning.
The Carolina Hurricanes are 53-22-7 (113 points), positioned MET 1. With home ice advantage, they have a 71% win probability.
Head-to-Head
Season Series
CAR leads 2-1L 1-4 vs CAR (Jan 24)L 3-4 @ CAR (Feb 03)W 6-3 vs CAR (Apr 05)
Recent Form
Ottawa Senators — Last 5 Games
4-1 · Streak: W1W 3-1 vs Toronto Maple LeafsApr 15
L 3-4 @ New Jersey DevilsApr 12
W 3-0 @ New York IslandersApr 11
W 5-1 vs Florida PanthersApr 09
W 6-2 vs Tampa Bay LightningApr 07
Carolina Hurricanes — Last 5 Games
4-1 · Streak: W1W 2-1 @ New York IslandersApr 14
L 2-3 @ Philadelphia FlyersApr 13
W 4-1 @ Utah Hockey ClubApr 11
W 7-2 @ Chicago BlackhawksApr 09
W 6-5 vs Boston BruinsApr 07
See live scores: NHL Scores