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Eliminated Panthers trying to keep Senators out of playoffs

Eliminated Panthers trying to keep Senators out of playoffs

It's been more than a decade since the Ottawa Senators reached the playoffs in back-to-back seasons. Two-time reigning Stanley Cup champion Florida is trying to keep it that way.

Carter Yakemchuk News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 8
Senators Reassign Carter Yakemchuk

Senators Reassign Carter Yakemchuk

The Senators announced this morning that they’ve reassigned defense prospect Carter Yakemchuk to AHL Belleville. His demotion likely means Dennis Gilbert could be an option tomorrow against the Panthers after he returned to practice in a regular jersey earlier in the week.

Ottawa Senators News / Silver Seven / April 8

Ottawa Senators Prospect Update - April 8th, 2026

With the results of the last two weeks, the Belleville Senators have been effectively eliminated from the playoff race with five games left to play despite the heroic efforts of their goaltenders, which is something we haven't been able to say much this season.

Ottawa Senators News / Last Word On Sports / April 8
Ottawa Senators Already Playing Pretty Perfect Playoff Hockey

Ottawa Senators Already Playing Pretty Perfect Playoff Hockey

The Ottawa Senators secured a huge two points last night versus the Tampa Bay Lightning, as they inch ever closer to their ultimate goal. Last year, the Ottawa Senators got their first taste of Stanley Cup Playoff hockey in eight seasons.

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The 'NHL franchise scoring leaders' quiz

The 'NHL franchise scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the players with the most career goals for every NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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NHL News / SensChirp / April 8

Tkachuk, Sanderson Lead Senators Over Lightning

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

NHL News / Silver Seven / April 7

Star Power, Ullmark Lift Senators to 6-2 Win Over Lightning

With either the Detroit Red Wings or Columbus Blue Jackets guaranteed to claim two points in the standings, the Ottawa Senators needed to strike back against the Tampa Bay Lightning in order to maintain their lead in the wildcard race.

Ottawa Senators News / Field Level Media / April 7
Jake Sanderson, Senators record key victory over Lightning

Jake Sanderson, Senators record key victory over Lightning

Jake Sanderson scored twice and Brady Tkachuk logged four assists to help the Ottawa Senators tighten their hold on a playoff spot with a 6-2 win against the visiting Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday.

Thomas Chabot News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 7
Senators’ Thomas Chabot Could Return Ahead Of Schedule

Senators’ Thomas Chabot Could Return Ahead Of Schedule

The Ottawa Senators’ injury situation turned from bad to worse when Thomas Chabot was sidelined with a broken arm six games before Jake Sanderson returned from his own month-long absence.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 7
NHL Predictions: Ottawa Senators vs Tampa Bay Lightning, April 7th

NHL Predictions: Ottawa Senators vs Tampa Bay Lightning, April 7th

Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey break down key matchups, storylines, and stats, then make predictions based on how games may play out.

Ottawa Senators News / Silver Seven / April 6

LNN: Cyril Leeder Speaks to TSN + Late Coaching Change

Yesterday's results swung the playoff odds back into the Ottawa Senators' favor – they now have sole possession of the second East wildcard spot, while owning the regulation wins tiebreaker on all of their pursuers.

Ottawa Senators News / PDubHockey / April 6
The Audition is Over: The Ottawa Charge Belong at Canadian Tire Centre

The Audition is Over: The Ottawa Charge Belong at Canadian Tire Centre

The Ottawa Charge may have just played their audition for a new home, and they passed with flying colours. When 17,114 fans packed the Canadian Tire Centre

NHL News / Professor Press Box / April 6
Senators Show Urgency in Big Victory Over Hurricanes

Senators Show Urgency in Big Victory Over Hurricanes

Ottawa walked into the Canadian Tire Centre and took care of business, beating the Carolina Hurricanes 6–3. Brady Tkachuk led the charge with a pair of goals, and there was support everywhere you turned.

Ottawa Senators News / Field Level Media / April 5
Senators regain playoff spot, deny Canes division title

Senators regain playoff spot, deny Canes division title

Brady Tkachuk scored twice among the final four Ottawa goals as the Senators beat the visiting Carolina Hurricanes 6-3 on Sunday. Dylan Cozens, Tim Stutzle and Shane Pinto all had a goal and an assist and the Senators picked up a much-needed result to win for the second time in their last six games.

Tyler Kleven News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 4
Senators’ Tyler Kleven Out Indefinitely

Senators’ Tyler Kleven Out Indefinitely

The Ottawa Senators added top defenseman Jake Sanderson back to the lineup on Saturday – but their luck with injuries isn’t on the upswing yet. Sanderson’s return filled in for Tyler Kleven, who is out indefinitely with an upper-body injury per Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Citizen.

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Ottawa Senators News / Ball Exclusives / April 4
How Saturday’s game can make or break the Senators season

How Saturday’s game can make or break the Senators season

The Ottawa Senators have had a very up-and-down season, and it all may come down to Saturday’s game against the Minnesota Wild. There is a four-way tie for the last wildcard spot in the Eastern Conference, and the Senators currently hold it over the Columbus Blue Jackets, Philadelphia Flyers, and Detroit Red Wings.

Ottawa Senators News / Professor Press Box / April 3
The Senators Are Hanging in There Without Sanderson & Chabot

The Senators Are Hanging in There Without Sanderson & Chabot

Congratulations are in order for the Ottawa Senators. They keep finding ways to stay in the race, and that’s worth applauding. Last night’s 4–1 win over Buffalo wasn’t a sermon on dominance; it was a practical, patchwork victory from a club that’s had to learn how to improvise.

Tim Stutzle News / Last Word On Sports / April 3
Ottawa Senators Centre Tim Stutzle on the Brink of Superstardom

Ottawa Senators Centre Tim Stutzle on the Brink of Superstardom

Following a clutch victory against the Buffalo Sabres last night, to keep the Sens 2026 Stanley Cup Playoff odds favourable, we now want to write about and marvel at the stats of Tim Stutzle, the German superstar.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 3
NHL punishes Brady Tkachuk for slashing opponent from bench

NHL punishes Senators' Brady Tkachuk for slashing opponent from bench

Some more hot water for the Ottawa Senators captain. 

Brady Tkachuk gets slashing penalty while sitting on bench
'Disgusting': Keith Tkachuk slams Senators' toughness on sons' podcast
Brady Tkachuk responds to father Keith's criticism of Senators
Penguins defenseman undergoes shoulder surgery, done for season
Investigation underway over apparent Nazi salute at Stars game
Ottawa Senators News / Daily Faceoff / April 3
Brady Tkachuk responds to father Keith's criticism of Senators

Brady Tkachuk responds to father Keith's criticism of Senators

A leader in Ottawa is being questioned for his father’s recent remarks.

'Disgusting': Keith Tkachuk slams Senators' toughness in dealing with injuries on sons' podcast
NHL punishes Senators' Brady Tkachuk for slashing opponent from bench
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NHL News / Yardbarker / April 2
In or out: Assessing which NHL teams will secure the final playoff spots

In or out: Assessing which NHL teams will secure the final playoff spots

The NHL playoff race is coming down to the wire, with several teams in both the East and West battling for the last remaining spots. 

Macklin Celebrini's historic achievements are following in Sidney Crosby's footsteps
Senators' brutal mistake leads to the fastest goal in Panthers history
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Ottawa Senators News / Daily Faceoff / April 3
'Disgusting': Keith Tkachuk slams Senators' toughness in dealing with injuries

'Disgusting': Keith Tkachuk slams Senators' toughness in dealing with injuries on sons' podcast

A longtime NHLer is taking shots at one of his son’s teams. 

Senators' brutal mistake leads to the fastest goal in Panthers history
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Ottawa Senators News / The Hockey Writers / April 1
Senators News & Rumours: Ullmark, Sanderson, Chabot & More

Senators News & Rumours: Ullmark, Sanderson, Chabot & More

The Ottawa Senators are in the middle of a dramatic push hunt for a wild card spot, and with only eight games left on the schedule, every point is basically a season-saver.

NHL News / Larry Brown Sports / April 1
Senators' brutal mistake leads to the fastest goal in Panthers history

Senators' brutal mistake leads to the fastest goal in Panthers history

Those who blinked right after the opening face-off between the Ottawa Senators and the Florida Panthers missed something historic.

Panthers embark on five-goal first period to wallop Senators
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NHL News / Yardbarker / March 26
Erik Karlsson is playing like the superstar the Penguins always expected him to be

Erik Karlsson is playing like the superstar the Penguins always expected him to be

When the Pittsburgh Penguins acquired defenseman Erik Karlsson before the start of the 2023-24 season, they were doing so with the intention of him providing another superstar presence. Lately, he's been doing just that. 

Sidney Crosby exits, but Penguins nip Senators in shootout
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NHL News / Yardbarker / March 19
Islanders' Matthew Schaefer achieves another big milestone

Islanders rookie sensation Matthew Schaefer achieves another big milestone

New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer is not only running away with NHL's Rookie of the Year race, he also continues to do things no other 18-year-old defenseman has ever done.

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