Florida at Ottawa

Defending champion Florida already has a game under its belt, beating Boston 6-4 on Tuesday. They've been the best team in the Eastern Conference over the last two seasons, and last year went 26-11-4 on the road. Their +68 goal differential was the best in the NHL, leading to a Stanley Cup. The defense was No. 1 in goals allowed. Ottawa's goal differential was minus-26. The Senators' defensive depth is thin for this year on a team that was 28th in goals surrendered and last in save percentage (.888). Florida swept the season series a year ago in wins of 5-0, 3-2, 2-0, and 6-0. Play Florida.