The Ottawa Senators are doing all they can to make sure jet lag doesn't cost them the opening game of the Stanley Cup final.
The Senators went through a vigorous but brief final practice at Scotiabank Place on Saturday then departed for Anaheim a full two days ahead of their first game against the Ducks.
Sens coach Bryan Murray hoped the early departure would help his team adjust to the three-hour time difference and ensure no one would suffer the effects of jet lag.
"I think the guys will adjust fairly well," said Murray. While Ottawa boasts a league-best 7-1 road record through the playoffs, the final marks the first time the Senators have had to venture outside the Eastern time zone.
The Senators went through a vigorous but brief final practice at Scotiabank Place on Saturday then departed for Anaheim a full two days ahead of their first game against the Ducks.
Sens coach Bryan Murray hoped the early departure would help his team adjust to the three-hour time difference and ensure no one would suffer the effects of jet lag.
"I think the guys will adjust fairly well," said Murray. While Ottawa boasts a league-best 7-1 road record through the playoffs, the final marks the first time the Senators have had to venture outside the Eastern time zone.
