text: Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
  ### Context:
  CREATE TABLE table_17360840_9 (attendance INTEGER, opponent VARCHAR, record VARCHAR)
  ### Question:
  What was the attendance when the opposing team was the Ottawa Senators  and the record was 24-35-17?
  ### Answer:
  SELECT MAX(attendance) FROM table_17360840_9 WHERE opponent = "Ottawa Senators" AND record = "24-35-17"