Leevi Merilainen Starts for Senators Against Columbus

Leevi Merilainen is set to start in net for the Ottawa Senators at home against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Monday. Recently, Merilainen has a 1-5-0 record in his last six appearances, allowing 18 goals on 147 shots. His season stats include a 4-6-0 record with a 3.43 GAA and an .874 save percentage through 10 games. Hunter Shepard will serve as the backup due to Linus Ullmark's absence. Columbus ranks 20th in the league with 2.92 goals per game.