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Senator’s Playoff Fate Now Hangs on Linus Ullmark

Linus Ullmark’s return to the crease couldn’t have come at a more desperate moment for the Ottawa Senators. They’ve been hanging around the edge of the playoff math all season, never fully in, never fully out.

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Ottawa Senators Month in Review: January 2026

After winning their first two and losing their next four, the Ottawa Senators went 6-2-2 to finish the month with an 8-6-2 record. That's 17th in the league in points percentage, and 6th in the Atlantic Division.

Ottawa Senators News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

The Ottawa Senators True Chances at the 2025-26 Playoffs

As we sit here on the second of February, we want to think about the Ottawa Senators realistic odds of making the 2025-26 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Let’s be honest, it isn’t good.

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How many of the 35 American-born NHL players to reach the 700-point milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Ottawa Senators News / Professor Press Box / February 2

Can Tkachuk and Sanderson Push the Senators Higher?

Watching the Ottawa Senators these days, it’s hard not to notice the way two players are steering the ship. Brady Tkachuk and Jake Sanderson aren’t just piling up points; they’re defining how this team shows up night after night.

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The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time

There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

Linus Ullmark News / Athlon Sports / February 1

Senators' Linus Ullmark Makes Admission After First Game Back from Personal Absence

The Ottawa Senators entered Saturday night looking to build on their recent momentum ahead of the Olympic break, carrying a two-game winning streak but still having questionable postseason hopes.

NHL News / SensChirp / February 1

Ullmark, Tkachuk Lead Senators Over Devils

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Linus Ullmark News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 1

Senators’ Linus Ullmark celebrated by teammates after recording the win in his return

The Ottawa Senators’ 4–1 defeat of the New Jersey Devils served as the canvas for Linus Ullmark’s return, a performance textured by sharp goaltending and unmistakable sentiment.

Thomas Chabot News / Daily Faceoff / January 31

Senators’ Thomas Chabot exits game for precautionary reasons

The Ottawa Senators skated away with a 4-1 victory over the New Jersey Devils on Saturday, but not all of their players were there for the final horn. Defenseman Thomas Chabot left the game early and did not return.

Linus Ullmark News / Silver Seven / January 31

Ullmark Strong in Return as Sens Beat Devils 4-1

Tonight's must win game marked the returns of Linus Ullmark back between the pipes and Stephen Halliday, after he missed Thursday's game against the Avalanche after Tomas Hertl drove him into the stanchion on Tuesday.

Linus Ullmark News / Field Level Media / January 31

Linus Ullmark stifles Devils in return as Senators roll

Dylan Cozens scored his 100th career goal and Linus Ullmark made 26 saves in his first action in more than a month as the Ottawa Senators defeated the visiting New Jersey Devils, 4-1, on Saturday.

Ridly Greig News / NHL Trade Talk / January 31

Ridly Greig Hitting His Stride at Exactly the Right Time

Ridly Greig might not be the first name that pops into your head when you think of the Ottawa Senators tonight against the New Jersey Devils. That said, perhaps it should be.

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Linus Ullmark News / Daily Faceoff / January 31

Senators’ Linus Ullmark to make first start in more than a month

Linus Ullmark will make his first start in more than a month when the Ottawa Senators face the New Jersey Devils on Saturday. Ullmark has been out of the lineup since late December after the team announced he would be taking a leave of absence for personal reasons.

Ottawa Senators News / Last Word On Sports / January 31

Ottawa Senators Penalty Kill Has Played Massive Role in Struggles

The Ottawa Senators penalty kill has struggled mightily all season long. If they miss the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs, it will be a huge reason why. The

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 31

NHL Predictions Senators Saturday Edition New Jersey Devils at Ottawa

Today we have a Saturday edition of NHL Predictions, featuring the New Jersey Devils traveling to visit the Ottawa Senators, in the Canadian national city.

Jake Sanderson News / NHL Trade Talk / January 31

Insider Says Jake Sanderson Already Belongs with NHL’s Elite

Jason Bukala on the FAN Hockey Show tossed out a question that stuck with me: How far down the list of top NHL defencemen do you go before you get to Jake Sanderson?

James Reimer News / Field Level Media / January 30

Veteran goalie James Reimer to lead Senators vs. Devils

The Ottawa Senators were in dire straits when it came to their goaltending situation. Starter Linus Ullmark recently stepped away to deal with some mental issues, and young backup Leevi Merilainen wasn't ready to replace him.

Ottawa Senators News / The Hockey Writers / January 30

Pinto vs. MacKinnon Proves Senators Have NHL’s Best Centre Group

One thing that every team tries to accomplish is having some truly elite players down the middle of the ice. For the Ottawa Senators, it appears that the centre position is going to be the least of their concerns for many years.

Ottawa Senators News / Professor Press Box / January 29

Giroux and Stutzle Hit Milestones as Senators Keep Rolling

Sometimes the wins tell you part of the story, but the individual milestones fill in the rest of the picture. Last night, Ottawa’s 5–2 victory over Colorado wasn’t just a statement on the scoreboard — it was another step in two careers quietly building their legacies.