Gabriel Pizza Gameday Build-Up: Belleville Welcomes Cleveland for Hockey Weekend in Quinte

Saturday, November 14, 2026, vs. Cleveland Monsters (NHL Affiliate: Columbus Blue Jackets)

The Set-Up

Back at home and hungry to get back in the win column, the Belleville Senators welcome the Cleveland Monsters as TMHF (Trenton Memorial Hospital Foundation) presents Hockey Weekend in Quinte for this back-to-back matchup. Losing 1-0 in Utica on Wednesday evening, it was an unfortunate end to the Senators’ three-game winning streak. Kevin Reidler made 26 saves on a night when the BSens simply could not find the back of the net, marking just the second time Belleville has been shut out this season. This weekend offers an opportunity for the Senators to bounce back as the Monsters come into town amid a tough stretch. Cleveland has lost their last four games, dating back to October 31st against the Milwaukee Admirals in a 4-1 loss. After dropping back-to-back games in Laval last weekend and being outscored 10-4, the Monsters will have a chip on their shoulder as they look to pick up some points on this road trip. They will be led offensively by Saskatchewan’s own Owen Sillinger (10 points in 13 games) and former Ottawa 67 Luca Pinelli (12 points in 13 games). The Senators currently hold a four-point lead over the Monsters in the division, making this weekend’s series important for Belleville. Not only will the BSens look to create more separation from Cleveland, but they will also have an opportunity to build a bigger gap in what remains a tightly contested North Division. Game one of four between Cleveland and Belleville this season gets underway at 4:00 p.m.

Previous History

Dating back to last season, the Senators have not fared too well against the Monsters. Posting a 0-3-1-0 record in 2025-26, Belleville’s final meeting of the season ended in a 7-2 loss at home. Both goals came from former Senator Arthur Kaliyev, while Monsters forward Luca Del Bel Belluz recorded a hat trick and four points overall. All-time, Belleville holds a 14-19-1-2 record against Cleveland.

Roster Notes

The Senators have just one change heading into this afternoon’s matchup. Goaltender Jackson Parsons has been loaned back to Belleville after being recalled on Tuesday. Parsons did not appear in any games during his recall but served as the backup to Samuel Ersson in Ottawa’s 3-2 overtime loss to the Washington Capitals on Tuesday. Full roster and lineup details will be available closer to puck drop through the team’s social media channels (@BellevilleSens).

Who to Watch

Three games removed from his loan back to Belleville, Xavier Bourgault has not lost a step since returning from Ottawa. Prior to Wednesday night’s shutout, Bourgault had recorded one goal and two assists over his first two games back, bringing plenty of speed and skill to the Senators’ lineup. The 24-year-old forward set career highs last season and has continued that production this year, recording 12 points (four goals, eight assists) through 13 games, putting him among Belleville’s leading scorers. His consistency makes him an important piece of the Senators’ attack as Belleville looks to get back to their winning ways.

Luca Pinelli has put together an impressive start to his second full professional season as the Monsters hope to end their losing streak. The 21-year-old forward has recorded 12 points (six goals, six assists) through 13 games, putting him among Cleveland’s leading scorers. Pinelli also finished last season with 46 points (14 goals, 32 assists) in 68 games, showing significant growth after making the jump from the OHL. Selected by Columbus in the fourth round (114th overall) of the 2023 NHL Draft, the Stoney Creek native brings a combination of offensive instincts, playmaking ability and a willingness to get involved physically. With five power-play points already this season, Pinelli is a threat with the man advantage as well. His offensive production and versatility make him one to keep an eye on tonight.

Follow the Action:

Puck drop tonight is set for 3:45 p.m. ET from CIBC Place in Belleville, Ontario. Broadcast coverage begins at 4:00 p.m. with David Foot and Zach McGibbon which can be seen on AHLTV on FloHockey.

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