Senators Defeat Maple Leafs 5-2, Extending Toronto’s Losing Streak

TORONTO — The Ottawa Senators defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-2 on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Scotiabank Arena, marking Toronto’s third consecutive loss. Drake Batherson and Dylan Cozens each scored twice for the Senators, whereas Linus Ullmark made 21 saves.

Game Recap

Morgan Rielly opened the scoring for the Maple Leafs at 2:47 of the first period, but the Senators responded strongly. Thomas Chabot tied the game at 1-1. In the second period, Dylan Cozens (24th goal of the season) and Drake Batherson (34th goal) gave Ottawa a two-goal lead. William Nylander briefly cut the deficit to one, but Batherson scored again (36th goal) and Cozens added his second of the night (37th goal) to seal the victory.

Key Performances

• Dylan Cozens (Ottawa Senators): 2 goals, 1 assist, 3 points
• Drake Batherson (Ottawa Senators): 2 goals
• Thomas Chabot (Ottawa Senators): 1 goal, 1 assist
• Linus Ullmark (Ottawa Senators): 21 saves
• Morgan Rielly (Toronto Maple Leafs): 1 goal
• William Nylander (Toronto Maple Leafs): 1 goal

Goaltending Changes

Toronto’s Joseph Woll allowed five goals on 28 shots before being replaced by Anthony Stolarz, who stopped all 12 shots he faced. Ullmark secured the win for Ottawa with 21 saves.

Playoff Implications

The loss leaves the Maple Leafs eight points behind the final wild card spot in the Eastern Conference, raising concerns about their playoff chances. Auston Matthews expressed frustration with the team’s performance, stating, “It was just a poor performance, quite embarrassing to be honest…Everyone has to question themselves and become better.”

Ottawa’s win moves them to 29-22-8, five points behind the last wildcard spot in the East.

Looking Ahead

The Toronto Maple Leafs will host the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday. The Ottawa Senators will visit the Edmonton Oilers on Wednesday.

NHL Scores – February 28, 2026

• New York Rangers 3 – Pittsburgh Penguins 2 (SO)
• Philadelphia Flyers 3 – Boston Bruins 1
• San Jose Sharks 5 – Edmonton Oilers 4
• St. Louis Blues 1 – New Jersey Devils 3
• Colorado Avalanche 3 – Chicago Blackhawks 1
• Columbus Blue Jackets 3 – New York Islanders 4 (OTT)
• Tampa Bay Lightning 2 – Buffalo Sabres 6
• Toronto Maple Leafs 2 – Ottawa Senators 5
• Los Angeles Kings 2 – Calgary Flames 0
• Carolina Hurricanes 5 – Detroit Red Wings 2
• Montreal Canadiens 6 – Washington Capitals 2
• Dallas Stars 3 – Nashville Predators 2 (OT)
• Seattle Kraken 5 – Vancouver Canucks 1