After a few years of rebuilding, the Ottawa Senators had big expectations for the 2023-24 season. And while those expectations certainly didn’t pan out (finishing off the season 26th in the league), fans are hoping the team’s comeback season is coming soon. Could it be this season the Sens make it to the top of the standings and clinch their first NHL title?
Here’s your guide to watching all of the action on the ice during the Ottawa Senators 2024-25 season.
Ottawa Senators Quick Facts
Founded: 1992
Head Coach: Travis Green
Club Owners: Michael Andlauer
Conference: Eastern
Home Arena: Canadian Tire Centre
Championships: 0
2023-24 Finish: Did not make the playoffs
Don’t miss a single slap-shot, power play or impossible save of the 2024-2025 NHL season. DIRECTV lets you catch all of the excitement on the ice.
Ottawa Senators Schedule 2024-2025
Check out the 2024-2025 Ottawa Senators schedule by clicking the link below to get all the watch information you need, from match times, channels, opponents and more!
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How to Watch Ottawa Senators Games on DIRECTV
Calling all Ottawa Senators fans! You really don’t want to miss a moment of the 2024-2025 NHL season. And we’ll give you the information you need to be able to do that right here.
Catch Senators 2024-2025 season games live on these channels:
- REGIONAL SPORTS LINEUP (only available in some areas)
- TNT: Channel 245
- ESPN: Channel 206
- ABC: Check your local listings
- NHL Network: Channel 215
Not sure which channel is broadcasting the game? Check out DIRECTV’s NHL Channel Guide for channel information, replays, highlights and much more.
And if you want even more hockey content to enjoy, check out DIRECTV’s sports add-on: NHL® CENTER ICE®. During the NHL season, the NHL Network (Ch. 215) is included in your subscription.
The NHL Network delivers live games, daily highlight shows and up-to-the-minute news from around the league 24/7. In addition to up to 40 out of market games each week, you also get stats, scores and highlights, all in one place on your TV.
Ottawa Senators Rivalries
While the Senators haven’t been in the NHL as long as some teams, their geographic proximity to other teams has provided them with more than a few rivals. Here are three of the most prominent:
Ottawa Senators vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
Known as the “Battle of Ontario,” the rivalry between the Senators and Maple Leafs has been one of the most intense in Canadian hockey. The two teams met in the playoffs four times between 2000 and 2004, with the Leafs winning each series.
The rivalry is fueled by the geographic proximity between Ottawa and Toronto, and fans from both cities travel to watch games. This rivalry remains heated despite the teams’ fluctuating playoff success over the years
Watch this rivalry on:
- Tuesday, November 12 at 7 p.m. ET
- Saturday, January 25, 2025, at 7 p.m. ET
- Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 7 p.m. ET
Ottawa Senators vs. Montreal Canadiens
The rivalry with the Canadiens is another significant one for the Senators, fueled by geographic proximity and shared history. Ottawa and Montreal have faced off twice in the playoffs, with the Senators upsetting the Canadiens in 2013 but falling to them in 2015.
The rivalry is also amplified by the large number of Canadiens fans in Ottawa, making every game between the two teams an intense and passionate affair
The Sens meet the Canadiens on:
- Saturday, October 12 at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+
- Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 7 p.m. ET
- Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at 7 p.m. ET
- Friday, April 11, 2025, at 7 p.m. ET
Ottawa Senators vs. Buffalo Sabres
The Senators’ rivalry with the Sabres dates back to their playoff clashes in the late 1990s and early 2000s. One of the most notable moments came in 2007 when the teams engaged in a massive brawl during a regular season game, further intensifying the rivalry. The two teams met again in the 2007 Eastern Conference Finals, where the Senators defeated the Sabres to reach the Stanley Cup Final for the first time, although the Sens were still unable to take home the trophy.
The Senators and Sabres go head-to-head:
- Tuesday, November 5 at 7 p.m. ET
- Thursday, January 9, 2025, at 7 p.m. ET
- Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at 7 p.m. ET
- Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at 7 p.m. ET
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Frequently Asked Questions
When were the Ottawa Senators founded?
The current Ottawa Senators franchise joined the NHL in 1992.
Where can I watch Ottawa Senators games live on TV?
Fans of the Senators in the US can catch them play live on ABC, ESPN, TNT and NHL Network.
Who are the Ottawa Senator's biggest rivals?
The Ottawa Senators have a few rivals, with the most prominent being the Buffalo Sabres, Toronto Maple Leafs and Montreal Canadiens.
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