Jimmy Howard kicks out 37 shots to lead Red Wings past Senators in SO
OTTAWA — The Ottawa Senators gave Jimmy Howard full credit for his 37-save performance, but still felt they deserved a better outcome.
Howard was the difference for the Red Wings on Saturday night, but it was Frans Nielsen who scored the shootout winner as Detroit edged the Senators 2-1.
Craig Anderson was just as impressive for the Senators making 29 saves.
“That was one of the best goaltending duels I’ve seen in a long time, it was absolutely ridiculous,” said Ottawa coach Guy Boucher. “Both goalies didn’t want to budge so basically it took the entire game for both goaltenders to give one. That’s the story of the game.”