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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.

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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 / Silver Seven / January 30

Five Thoughts for a Friday: Reasonable Expectations

As we learned in business school (*I never went to business school) your team probably won't respond to vague and generalized instructions such as, "Do better" or "Stop being trash." As much as you may want to convey to your team to stop being trash and do better, the message may not land the way you want it to.

Ottawa Senators News / Daily Faceoff / January 29

Can the Ottawa Senators still make the playoffs?

January has been a difficult month for the Ottawa Senators, at one point losing eight of 11 games and falling outside of a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.

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The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

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 / 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.

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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.

Ottawa Senators News / Professor Press Box / January 29

For a Night, the Senators Showed the NHL's Best Team

The Ottawa Senators didn’t steal this one — they owned it. A 5–2 win over the Colorado Avalanche at Canadian Tire Centre felt calm, deliberate, and quietly authoritative.

Ottawa Senators News / The Hockey Writers / January 29

Ottawa Senators’ Top 3 Trade Deadline Targets

The Ottawa Senators have not lived up to expectations this season. After finally returning to the playoffs last season, breaking a seven-season-long drought, they stumbled out of the gate and have fallen to second-last in the Eastern Conference.

NHL News / SensChirp / January 29

Surging Senators Humble Avalanche

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Ottawa Senators News / Field Level Media / January 29

NHL roundup: Senators' defense supplies offense in win over Avs

Ottawa used its defense to spur its offense Wednesday as the six Senators defensemen tallied seven assists in the team's 5-2 home victory over the Colorado Avalanche.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 28

Senators' defense spurs offense in win vs. Avalanche

Ottawa used its defense to spur its offense Wednesday as the six defensemen tallied seven assists in the Senators' 5-2 home victory over the Colorado Avalanche.

Jesper Wallstedt News / The Hockey Writers / January 28

Why the Ottawa Senators Should Be Calling About Jesper Wallstedt

If the Minnesota Wild are open to moving Jesper Wallstedt, the Ottawa Senators should be on the phone. Elite goaltending prospects rarely become available, and when they do, the asking price is steep for a reason.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 28

NHL Predictions Senators Edition Colorado Avalanche at Ottawa

Welcome back to NHL Predictions with us here at Last Word On Hockey. This game features the Colorado Avalanche visiting the Ottawa Senators. This marks the final of three consecutive games the Sens have played against divisional leaders.

Ottawa Senators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 27

Senators Recall Xavier Bourgault; Reassign Mads Sogaard

According to a team announcement, the Ottawa Senators have recalled forward Xavier Bourgault from the AHL’s Belleville Senators. Additionally, the team has reassigned netminder Mads Søgaard in a corresponding roster move.

Ottawa Senators News / NHL Trade Talk / January 26

Could the Senators’ Top-Pairing Defenseman Be on the Move?

If you’ve been keeping an eye on the trade chatter, the Ottawa Senators are starting to pop up in conversations, and one name keeps coming up: right-shot defenseman Artem Zub.

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Ottawa Senators News / Last Word On Sports / January 26

NHL and Ottawa Senators Rumours and the 2026 Trade Deadline Strategy

Welcome to another edition of NHL Rumours, as we feature the Ottawa Senators. Maybe it was a show of collective group solidarity, as they handed the Pacific Division leading Vegas Golden Knights a 7-1 drubbing last night.

Linus Ullmark News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 25

Senators Activate Linus Ullmark From Non-Roster List

The Senators have reinstated Linus Ullmark to the active roster for today’s game against the Golden Knights, per Bruce Garrioch of Postmedia. He won’t be getting the start but will serve as the backup to Mads Søgaard.

Ottawa Senators News / Inside The Rink / January 24

AHL Game Recap: Springfield Had 40 Shots on Goal for the Second Straight Night; Can’t Solve Meriläinen

The Springfield Thunderbirds welcomed the Belleville Senators today. The Thunderbirds are coming off a 4-3 overtime win against the Marlies last night.

Ottawa Senators News / NHL Trade Talk / January 24

Why the Senators Are Always One Trade Away from Regret

Watching Mark Stone dominate last night for the Vegas Golden Knights against the Toronto Maple Leafs doesn’t just sting if you are an Ottawa Senators fan; it shows the team’s folly over the seasons.

Ottawa Senators News / Last Word On Sports / January 24

Ottawa Senators Need Stability at Goaltending Moving Forward

The Ottawa Senators have had massive issues with goaltending this season. That will need to stabilize it moving forward. With only 32 games remaining in their season, the Ottawa Senators chances to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs are dwindling with each passing day.