Ottawa Senators Playoffs 2027
The Ottawa Senators are 6-3-0, 12 points, 3rd in the Atlantic. If the season ended today they would be the A3 seed and play the Tampa Bay Lightning (A2) in the first round. Next: home to the Florida Panthers, Wed, Oct 21 · 7:30 PM EDT on ESPN+.
PanthersWed, Oct 21 · 7:30 PM EDT · ESPN+
Lightning A2Then the Bruins/Panthers winnerSeason Trend
Atlantic Standings
| # | Team | GP | W-L-OTL | PTS | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Bruins | 9 | 7-2-0 | 14 | +15 |
| 2 | Lightning | 8 | 6-2-0 | 12 | +4 |
| 3 | Senators | 9 | 6-3-0 | 12 | +1 |
| 4 | Panthers | 9 | 5-2-2 | 12 | +5 |
| 5 |  Canadiens | 8 | 4-3-1 | 9 | -3 |
| 6 |  Sabres | 9 | 4-4-1 | 9 | -7 |
| 7 |  Red Wings | 8 | 3-4-1 | 7 | -4 |
| 8 |  Maple Leafs | 9 | 3-5-1 | 7 | -3 |
Top three qualify; then the two best remaining teams in the conference take the wild cards. Full East playoff picture →
Senators Schedule and Results
| Date | Opponent | Result / time |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 10 | vs  Predators | W 3-2 |
| Oct 12 | at  Devils | W 4-1 |
| Oct 13 | vs  Blues | L 2-7 |
| Oct 15 | vs  Islanders | W 2-1 |
| Oct 17 | at  Flyers | L 1-3 |
| Oct 21 | vs Panthers | 7:30 PM |
| Oct 22 | vs  Sharks | 7:00 PM |
| Oct 24 | vs  Rangers | 7:00 PM |
| Oct 27 | at  Golden Knights | 10:00 PM |
| Oct 29 | at  Kings | 10:00 PM |
| Oct 31 | at Sharks | 4:00 PM |
| Nov 1 | at  Ducks | 8:00 PM |
| Nov 4 | at Sabres | 7:30 PM |
Times Eastern. Last five results and the next eight games.
This Ottawa Senators playoffs page refreshes after every Senators game: record, points, division place, wild-card position and schedule. Compare them with the rest of the East playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Ottawa Senators playoffs FAQ
Are the Ottawa Senators in a playoff spot?
Yes, as of today: they hold the A3 place. Nothing is clinched until no team below can catch them on points.
Who would the Ottawa Senators play in the first round?
The Tampa Bay Lightning (A2), with home ice to the Lightning.
When is the next Senators game?
Wed, Oct 21 · 7:30 PM EDT, home to the Florida Panthers, on ESPN+.
Where do the Senators rank in the Atlantic?
3rd with 12 points; Boston Bruins lead with 14.
How do NHL teams make the playoffs?
The top three in each division qualify, plus two wild cards per conference: the next two teams by points, regardless of division.