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Senators Defeat Flames 4-3 in Shootout

The Ottawa Senators defeated the Calgary Flames 4-3 in a shootout. The Flames had multiple opportunities to pull ahead in the game, but the Senators were not going away without a tough fight.

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Sens Defeat Flames 4-3 Despite Penalty Kill Issues Returning

The Ottawa Senators came into tonight's game icing almost the same lineup that lost in Chicago on Tuesday, with the exception of Jordan Spence replacing Nikolas Matinpalo on the third pair and Kurtis MacDermid subbing in for Olle Lycksell on the fourth line.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 30

Senators erase 3 deficits, finish Flames in shootout

Drake Batherson netted the shootout winner to give the host Ottawa Senators a 4-3 comeback victory over the struggling Calgary Flames on Thursday. Lars Eller collected one goal and one assist while Artem Zub and Jake Sanderson also scored for Ottawa, which has won four of five games.

Brady Tkachuk News / Inside The Rink / October 30

Team USA Media Summit: Tkachuk and Olympians Ready for Milan 2026

The Team USA Media Summit brought together a diverse panel of Olympians and hopefuls—from hockey to bobsled and skeleton—to talk about the challenges and motivations shaping their road to Milan-Cortina 2026.

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The '2024-25 NHL 30-goal scorers' quiz

How many of the 46 players to score 30 or more goals in the 2024-25 NHL season can you name in six minutes?

The 'Multiple 50-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

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NHL News / Field Level Media / October 29

Senators look to raise their game against mistake-prone Flames

The Ottawa Senators received an important reminder in their last outing of how quickly fortunes can change in the NHL. The Senators can prove they learned their lesson when hosting the Calgary Flames on Thursday.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

Ottawa Senators News / The Hockey Writers / October 29

Ottawa Senators News & Rumours: Batherson, Stützle, Sanderson & Goalies

For the Ottawa Senators, the past two nights have been a tale of opposites — one game that made you believe this team might finally be figuring it out, and another that reminded you they’re still a work in progress.

NHL News / Silver Seven / October 29

Overnight Travel Catches Up to Senators in 7-3 Loss in Chicago

One win at the United Center in 10 years, and after tonight's 7-3 loss to the Chicago Blackhawks, that drought continues. The Senators came out looking exactly like a team that played at home the night before and then hopped on a plane to Chicago.

Ottawa Senators News / SensChirp / October 29

Senators Stumble in Chicago

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Connor Bedard News / Yardbarker / October 29

Connor Bedard looks poised for breakout year, has first hat trick

Blackhawks' Connor Bedard looks poised for breakout year, records first hat trick

Bedard is showing signs that the third year of his career is going to be a potentially massive breakout performance.

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Drake Batherson News / Last Word On Sports / October 28

How Batherson Got the Ottawa Senators Groove Back

Down, but certainly not out. A team that can’t keep the puck out of their net and an unfortunate injury to the captain, Brady Tkachuk. But perhaps we didn’t see it coming, because it was right in front of our face.

Linus Ullmark News / Daily Faceoff / October 28

The Senators are smart to manage Linus Ullmark’s minutes amidst a condensed schedule

The Ottawa Senators are off to a solid start to their 2025-26 season as they look to build upon the momentum they generated last season and make the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the second year in a row.

Linus Ullmark News / The Hockey Writers / October 28

Senators Finally Giving Linus Ullmark the Support He Needs

The Ottawa Senators had a rough start to the 2025-26 season, going 2-4-1 over their first seven games, but arguably no one had a worse start than goalie Linus Ullmark.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 28

Senators' thriving top line eyes more success vs. Blackhawks

The Ottawa Senators boast a winning record after 10 games for the first time in eight seasons. A budding chemistry on a retooled first line has steered the latest stages of a 5-4-1 start entering Tuesday's visit to the Chicago Blackhawks.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / October 27

Senators Humiliate Bruins in Rout

The Ottawa Senators started the season with multiple games where they lost after giving up six or more goals. Now, several weeks into the season, they’ve decided to dole out that same medicine to teams around the league.

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The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz

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Ottawa Senators News / Breakaway on SI / October 27

Can Senators Forward Keep Up Incredible Scoring Pace?

The Ottawa Senators are off to a less than perfect start to the 2025-2026 season. The team is 4-4-1 through nine games and lumped in the middle of the pack of Eastern Conference teams jockeying for a playoff spot.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / October 27

Ottawa Senators Will Be Without Key Player versus Boston Bruins on Prime Monday Night Hockey

Ahead of a showcase game, featuring two Atlantic Division rivals the Boston Bruins and the Ottawa Senators, as it is the Prime Monday Night Hockey game of the week, the Sens camp has some news to break.

Linus Ullmark News / Athlon Sports / October 26

Linus Ullmark’s Unexpected Action Draws Attention After Senators’ Win

The Ottawa Senators dominated the Washington Capitals 7–1 on Saturday night, but it wasn’t just the scoreline that turned heads. Late in the second period, with Ottawa holding a 4–0 lead, a scrum erupted behind the Capitals' net.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Daily Faceoff / October 25

Alex Ovechkin plays 1,500th NHL game vs. Ottawa Senators

Alexander Ovechkin continues to make history as he reaches the tail end of his NHL career with the Washington Capitals, playing his 1,500th regular season

Brady Tkachuk News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 22

Senators’ Brady Tkachuk breaks silence on brutal thumb injury

The Ottawa Senators lost their captain Brady Tkachuk to an unfortunate injury. He underwent thumb surgery after suffering the injury back on October 13.

Ottawa Senators News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Senators' Brady Tkachuk Breaks Silence About Thumb Surgery on Wednesday

Brady Tkachuk is back with the Ottawa Senators, but not yet on the ice. The Senators' captain broke his silence on Wednesday, addressing his thumb injury and the surgery that will keep him sidelined for up to eight weeks.

Shane Pinto News / NHL Trade Talk / October 20

Insider: Certain Pinto Contract Could Upset Other Senators Players

With Ottawa’s young stars and top players commanding top salaries, Shane Pinto’s next deal may need a bridge-style approach to fit under the team’s cap structure.

Shane Pinto News / NHL Trade Talk / October 19

Are the Senators About to Buy High on a Shane Pinto Extension?

Elliotte Friedman is reporting that the Ottawa Senators have put an offer on the table for Shane Pinto. It’s an eight-year deal, although numbers were not disclosed.

Ottawa Senators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 19

Senators recall Mads Sogaard, reassign Leevi Merilainen

The Ottawa Senators have swapped which goalie will hold the backup’s role on their NHL roster. Per an official team announcement, netminder Leevi Merilainen has been reassigned to their AHL affiliate, the Belleville Senators, while Mads Sogaard has been recalled.

Shane Pinto News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 18

Senators expected to resume Shane Pinto extension talks soon

With Senators center Shane Pinto heading into the final year of his contract this season, the team and his representatives held extension talks over the offseason but were too far apart in terms of his value.

Brady Tkachuk News / Daily Faceoff / October 16