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The Ottawa Senators Look Strong in Thomas Chabot’s Return

The Ottawa Senators came out against the Chicago Blackhawks flying high and not wanting to give up puck possession. They were really being hounds on the puck.

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Senators’ Tyler Kleven exits game with lower-body injury

Ottawa Senators defenseman Tyler Kleven left Saturday’s 6-4 win over the Chicago Blackhawks with a lower-body injury and did not return. Kleven went to the dressing room after he pinched deep into the offensive zone and fell awkwardly in the corner.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 20

Senators score 3 3rd-period goals to extend Blackhawks' skid

David Perron scored two goals early in the third period to lift the host Ottawa Senators to a 6-4 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday. Ottawa captain Brady Tkachuk scored his fourth goal in three games, and Tim Stutzle collected a goal and two assists to record his fifth multi-point performance during his six-game point streak.

Ottawa Senators News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 20

Senators rumors: Ottawa ‘on the prowl’ for scoring forward

The Ottawa Senators are one of the better offensive teams in the NHL in 2025-26 — but that isn’t going to stop general manager Steve Staios from trying to make the roster even more potent ahead of the trade deadline.

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The 'NHL Norris Trophy winners' quiz

Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?

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NHL News / Last Word On Sports / December 20

NHL Predictions Senators Saturday Afternoon Edition with Chicago Blackhawks at Ottawa

Ottawa is ready to go for a Saturday afternoon tilt against the Chicago Blackhawks from the Canadian Tire Centre in Kanata, Ontario. Welcome back to NHL Predictions, with us here at Last Word On Hockey.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 19

Senators 'focused and dialed in' with Blackhawks ahead

The Ottawa Senators look to extend the pronounced losing streak of a second straight opponent on Saturday afternoon when they host the struggling Chicago Blackhawks.

Jake Sanderson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 19

Watch lefty Jake Sanderson set up a Senators goal with right-handed stick

The Ottawa Senators had a great night, as they shut out the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-0 at the Canadian Tire Centre on Thursday. While many noticed Linus Ullmark’s excellent performance, it was a goal setup by left-handed Jake Sanderson with a right-handed stick that made the highlight reel, as posted by Everyday Sens.

Thomas Chabot News / Daily Faceoff / December 19

Senators’ Thomas Chabot expected to return this weekend

Ottawa Senators’ defenseman Thomas Chabot is expected to return to the lineup for their game on Saturday against the Chicago Blackhawks, according to Ottawa Citizen reporter Bruce Garrioch.

Dennis Gilbert News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 19

Ottawa Senators Reassign Dennis Gilbert

The Ottawa Senators have made a roster move ahead of tomorrow’s game against the Chicago Blackhawks. Ottawa shared that they’ve reassigned depth defenseman Dennis Gilbert to the AHL’s Belleville Senators.

Ottawa Senators News / SensChirp / December 19

Ullmark Leads Senators Over Penguins

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Brady Tkachuk News / Field Level Media / December 18

Brady Tkachuk scores twice as Senators blank reeling Penguins

Captain Brady Tkachuk scored two goals and Linus Ullmark made 23 saves, fueling the host Ottawa Senators to a 4-0 victory over the reeling Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday.

Ottawa Senators News / The Hockey Writers / December 18

Ullmark & Tkachuk Lead Senators to 4-0 Win Over Penguins

The Ottawa Senators defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-0 on Dec. 18. The Penguins are continuing to slide down the standings with seven losses in a row now, while the Senators are on their way out of a 3-7-0 slump, now winning three of their last four games.

Tim Stutzle News / Last Word On Sports / December 18

Tim Stutzle Hits 400 Games Played as an Ottawa Senator

In honour of Tim Stutzle of the Ottawa Senators 400th career NHL regular season game tonight versus the Sidney Crosby led Pittsburgh Penguins, let’s bring a recap of where he is in his career.

Jacques Martin News / Breakaway on SI / December 18

Senators Announce Ring of Honor for Veteran Coach

The Ottawa Senators are honoring the man who built the foundation of their franchise. The team announced that they will induct Jacques Martin, a coach who led them through their most successful era, into the Ring of Honor at Canadian Tire Centre on Saturday, January 24.

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Ottawa Senators News / Inside The Rink / December 19

Potential Trade Options for the Ottawa Senators

The Ottawa Senators this season have started 15-13-4 with 34 points. At the time of writing, they are seventh in the Atlantic Division, two points above last place and seven points away from first place.

Ottawa Senators News / The Hockey Writers / December 18

Senators Prospect Report: Midseason College Check-In

The first half of the college calendar is over. All but two NCAA programs wrapped up their semesters on Dec. 14, with only Omaha and Augustana scheduled to play on Dec.

Ottawa Senators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 17

Senators Injury Updates: Chabot, Eller, Pinto

During today’s practice, the Ottawa Senators shared that defenseman Thomas Chabot had been a full participant. Unfortunately, that doesn’t mean he’ll return tomorrow night against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Ottawa Senators News / NHL Trade Talk / December 16

Redlining: The Ottawa Senators Have Big Structural Problems

The Ottawa Senators erased a one-goal deficit and beat the Winnipeg Jets in overtime on Monday. But before last night, they’ve only managed three wins in their past ten, and the standings haven’t been kind.

Ottawa Senators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 13

Senators Recall Olle Lycksell; Lars Eller To Miss An Extended Period

The injury woes continue for the Senators as Postmedia’s Bruce Garrioch relays that center Lars Eller has been ruled out for the remainder of their road