Senators' Merilainen Set for Challenging Start Against High-Scoring Colorado

Ottawa Senators goaltender Leevi Merilainen is slated to start on the road against the Colorado Avalanche on Thursday. Merilainen holds a 6-8-0 record this campaign, with a 3.46 GAA and an .868 save percentage through 15 appearances. He has struggled recently, allowing at least three goals in four of his last five outings. This presents a significant challenge as Colorado currently leads the league in goals per game with 3.95, highlighting a tough matchup for the young netminder.