1996–97 Ottawa Senators season Eastern Conference Quarter-finals: vs. (2) Eastern Conference Quarter-finals: vs. (2)

| Date_ | Visitor | Score | Home | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 17 | Ottawa | 0 – 1 | Buffalo | 0 – 1 |
| April 19 | Ottawa | 3 – 1 | Buffalo | 1 – 1 |
| April 21 | Buffalo | 3 – 2 | Ottawa | 1 – 2 |
| April 23 | Buffalo | 0 – 1 | Ottawa | 2 – 2 |
| April 25 | Ottawa | 4 – 1 | Buffalo | 3 – 2 |
| April 27 | Buffalo | 3 – 0 | Ottawa | 3 – 3 |
| April 29 | Ottawa | 2 – 3 | Buffalo | 3 – 4 |