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Senators' Gilbert Hurt After Hit, Ottawa Defeats Maple Leafs 5-2
Dennis Gilbert left the game after a late hit by Oliver Ekman-Larsson. The Ottawa Senators defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-2.
Dennis Gilbert sustained an injury late in the third period during the Battle of Ontario. Attempting to make a play, the Ottawa Senators defenceman was hit into the boards by the Toronto Maple Leafs' Oliver Ekman-Larsson. Gilbert remained on the ice for a period of time, and a trainer assisted him off the rink. The Senators' support staff also assisted the 29-year-old. Gilbert was involved in a November trade that brought him to Ottawa from the Philadelphia Flyers. He previously landed in Ottawa as part of the Dylan Cozens trade.
Key Facts
- Dennis Gilbert left the game due to an injury.
- Oliver Ekman-Larsson hit Gilbert into the boards late in the third.
- Senators' trainers assisted Gilbert off the ice.
- Gilbert has one assist this season over six games.
- The Senators acquired Gilbert via trade from the Philadelphia Flyers in November.
- Warren Foegele scored the game-winning goal.
- Jordan Spence had two assists in the game.
- The Ottawa Senators defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs by a score of 5-2.