Zibanejad has shootout winner as Senators edge Devils March 25, 2013 – Ottawa, Ontario - TSN, Associated Press

OTTAWA -- The Ottawa Senators had no problem admitting they stole two points from the New Jersey Devils.

Mika Zibanejad scored the shootout winner for Ottawa on Monday in a key 3-2 victory over New Jersey.

"It's certainly not our prettiest win," said Chris Phillips. "At the end of the day, at the end of the season that's a big two points for us. They're right on our heels in the standings."

The Senators beat the Devils 2-1 in a shootout Feb. 18. New Jersey goaltender Martin Brodeur was obviously frustrated after the loss.

"We worked really hard and deserved a lot better," said Brodeur. "They won the skill competition again, two games in a row against us."

Zibanejad was pleased to be selected for the shootout and saw it as a sign that Ottawa's coaching staff has more confidence in his abilities.

"Obviously you want to take that chance and show they made the right choice," said the 19-year-old centre. "You've just got to make sure you take the chance you get."

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Source: TSN, Associated Press