" It should come as a surprise to learn that Milan Michalek has scored just once at Scotiabank Place since his birthday on Dec. 7 — and in the grand scheme of things, it counted for zero.

The goal came during last Sunday's all-star game and was set up on a pretty platter by the Islanders' John Tavares, whose team will provide the opposition Friday as the Senators desperately attempt to end their losing streak at four.

Michalek, Ottawa's top sniper with 23, is currently trying to find his way out of an eight-game slump that dates back to Jan. 12, when he had the second goal in a 3-0 win over the Rangers in New York. He'd likely have better luck if the team was still on the road, where Michalek has lit the lamp 16 times."