Brady Tkachuk expressed deep sadness after the Ottawa Senators were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs, losing 4-2 to the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Senators captain lamented the missed opportunity, stating, "It’s devastating. I really believed. It’s a tough pill to swallow right now." This playoff appearance was particularly significant for Tkachuk, who had waited 512 regular-season games to experience postseason action.

The Senators rallied from a 3-0 series deficit to force a Game 6, showcasing their resilience. Tkachuk highlighted his team's character, noting, "We left it all out there," while defenseman Thomas Chabot echoed a similar sentiment. With the losses, including two in overtime, the team is determined to learn from this experience and come back stronger next season. Coach Travis Green expressed pride in the team’s performance, emphasizing the lessons learned from playoff hockey's intensity.

Max Pacioretty's late-game heroics propelled the Toronto Maple Leafs to a decisive 4-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators, clinching their first-round playoff series. Pacioretty's tiebreaking goal came with under six minutes remaining, highlighting his clutch performance in the postseason. William Nylander shined with two goals, including a last-minute empty-netter, while Auston Matthews contributed with a power-play goal in the first period. In goal, Anthony Stolarz made 20 saves to secure the win, while Ottawa's efforts were bolstered by goals from Brady Tkachuk and David Perron, with Thomas Chabot providing two assists. The Maple Leafs will now advance to face the reigning Stanley Cup champions, the Florida Panthers, in the next round.

Linus Ullmark achieved his first playoff shutout, recording 29 saves as the Ottawa Senators defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-0, narrowing the series deficit to 3-2. The Senators opened scoring with goals from Thomas Chabot and Dylan Cozens, while Tim Stutzle and Brady Tkachuk sealed the victory with empty-netters. Ullmark's performance marked a pivotal moment in the series, showcasing Ottawa's resilience against playoff pressure. Despite Toronto's early dominance, the Senators' two-game comeback demonstrates their fighting spirit and ability to handle elimination scenarios.

This matchup highlighted Toronto’s struggles during high-stakes moments, given their poor record in series-clinching games during the Auston Matthews-Mitch Marner era. As the teams head into Game 6, Ottawa aims to continue their pressure, while Toronto must find a way to secure their first series win since 2004.

In a thrilling encounter, the Ottawa Senators have edged past the Toronto Maple Leafs with a decisive 4-0 victory, narrowing the series deficit to 3-2 in the first round of the playoffs. Linus Ullmark showcased his skills with 27 saves, achieving his first career playoff shutout. Thomas Chabot and Dylan Cozens launched Ottawa ahead with goals, and empty-netters from Tim Stutzle and Brady Tkachuk sealed the deal. This win marks Ottawa's second consecutive victory as they strive to come back from a 3-0 series deficit.

Toronto's struggles in potential series-clinching games continued, falling to 1-13 since the advent of stars Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner. Despite dominating the initial game 6-2, they faltered in the face of Ottawa's resilience. Game 6 promises to be a pivotal matchup as the Senators look to make history by overcoming the odds.

The Chicago Blackhawks wrapped up their season with a thrilling 4-3 overtime victory against the Ottawa Senators, thanks to Frank Nazar's game-winning goal just 48 seconds into the extra period. This marked a disappointing fifth consecutive year out of the playoffs for the Blackhawks, finishing with a record of 25-46-11. Meanwhile, the Senators, who have already secured a playoff spot, opted to rest key players such as Claude Giroux and Brady Tkachuk.

Connor Bedard had a standout game, scoring twice, including a power-play goal that temporarily gave Chicago a 3-2 lead. The Senators fought back with a power-play goal from Drake Batherson, leveling the game again at 3-3 before Nazar sealed the win. Notably, Thomas Chabot set a career-high with his 53rd assist of the season in this match. The Senators' power play performed admirably, scoring twice on three opportunities, even with a lineup missing several starters.