Senators Dominate Panthers 5-1 Behind Tkachuk Return
Ottawa Senators defeat Florida Panthers 5-1 at Canadian Tire Centre. Brady Tkachuk scores in return, but Ottawa's balanced attack overwhelms Florida.
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Ottawa Senators defeat Florida Panthers 5-1 at Canadian Tire Centre. Brady Tkachuk scores in return, but Ottawa's balanced attack overwhelms Florida.
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