By now everyone is well aware that the 2020 first overall pick will go to a team still in contention for the Stanley Cup. The modified draft lottery system was debated when it was first put in place, but it still caused much frustration when a mystery team was awarded the first pick. With the league setting up to resume play in the next few weeks, the results of round robin play-in will play a part in determining who gets that first overall pick.
From a Senators perspective, here are some of the intriguing match-ups to keep an eye on :
a) The Pittsburgh Penguins vs the Montreal Canadiens
- This is probably one of the more debated match-ups when it comes to who Sens fans would rather see in contention for that first overall pick.