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Jake Sanderson rightfully emerges as Senators' franchise player

Ottawa Senators defenseman Jake Sanderson is a franchise player. You don’t need to be psychic to know that. That’s why The Athletic was right to name Sanderson among its list of franchise players in a recent player tier ranking.

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Senators may regret not signing Eeli Tolvanen

The Ottawa Senators made some significant changes this summer, reshaping their forward group around more speed and skill with the arrival of William Eklund.

Ottawa Senators News / SenShot / September 7

Ottawa Senators bottom-six forward competition we’re most interested in

The Ottawa Senators enter training camp with a top-six forward group that looks a bit different than past years. Obviously, their former captain, Brady Tkachuk asked out and the Senators shipped him to the Florida Panthers so he could be with his brother, Matthew.

William Eklund News / SenShot / September 7

How William Eklund can change the Senators’ offense

When the Ottawa Senators acquired William Eklund from the San Jose Sharks just days after they shipped out their captain Brady Tkachuk, the reaction within the fanbase was mixed.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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Brady Tkachuk News / Professor Press Box / September 7

What Toughness Looks Like for the Senators Now

There has been quite a bit of discussion in Ottawa about toughness since Brady Tkachuk left town. That makes sense. Tkachuk wasn't exactly difficult to notice when things got nasty.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Ottawa Senators News / Silver Seven / September 7

Ottawa Senators 2026 Top 25 Under 25: Honourable Mentions

When compiling the list of the 25 best players in the Ottawa Senators organization under the age of 25, there will naturally be discussions and differences of opinions about who should make the cut.

Drake Batherson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 7

Update On Senators and Drake Batherson’s Next Contract

Tomorrow could provide more clarity on Drake Batherson’s next contract. Why? Well, according to Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Citizen, both Batherson and Senators GM Steve Staios will be in attendance for the team’s annual Foundation charity tournament, which will take place at the Rideau View Golf Club in Manotick.

Brady Tkachuk News / NHL Trade Talk / September 6

Host Tears Into Senators Over Brady Tkachuk Return Video, Fans React

The Ottawa Senators intend to honor Brady Tkachuk with a tribute video when he returns back to play against the Senators this season, but now as a member of the Florida Panthers.

Bowen Byram News / SenShot / September 5

Senators blue line could have looked much different with Bowen Byram

In an alternate universe, the Ottawa Senators could have had a chance to land star defenseman Bowen Byram. That’s not a statement meant to fetch clicks.

Ottawa Senators News / SenShot / September 4

Senators have ‘no-brainer’ candidate for captain, analyst believes

One of the burning questions for the Ottawa Senators heading into the 2026-27 season will be their next captain. While there is no rush to name one, one notable analyst believes the Sens should just “turn the page” on Brady Tkachuk and name a “no-brainer” candidate.

Ottawa Senators News / SenShot / September 4

Three potential breakout candidates for the Ottawa Senators

The 2026-2027 NHL season will be pivotal for the Ottawa Senators. Despite the Brady Tkachuk trade in the off-season, the expectation from general manager Steve Staois is that the team will continue to take another step forward.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Patrik Laine News / NHL Trade Talk / September 4

'Ship has sailed' on Senators trying to sign former 40-goal sniper

Don’t expect the Ottawa Senators to sign Patrik Laine to a contract this offseason. In fact, it might even be surprising at this point if they offer the former 44-goal scorer a professional tryout (PTO).

William Eklund News / Silver Seven / September 4

Ottawa Senators 2026 Top 25 Under 25, #3: William Eklund

Staff: 3rd 2025: N/A Readers: 3rd After being traded from the Sharks in June, William Eklund makes his Ottawa Senators Top 25 Under 25 debut at #3. Eklund will be the player to watch going into training camp, as the team’s only big offseason acquisition.

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Carter Yakemchuk News / Professor Press Box / September 3

Carter Yakemchuk Could Force Ottawa Into a Very Good Problem

There is something a little strange about Carter Yakemchuk’s situation in Ottawa. Here is a 20-year-old defenseman who just put up 40 points in 54 AHL games.

Brady Tkachuk News / SenShot / September 2

The Ottawa Senators need to embrace a new identity after the Brady Tkachuk trade

This summer has been one of significant change for the Ottawa Senators. At the forefront of that change was the Brady Tkachuk trade, the captain of the team and the player that “dragged them into the fight.” For years, it seemed as though Ottawa was being built to be in the mould of the Florida Panthers—extremely physical.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / September 2

Brad Marchand Picks Surprising Target to Troll in Tim Stutzle

Brad Marchand is never one to shy away from having a little fun and taking shots on social media at players and NHL rivals. This time, he’s picked a surprising victim: Ottawa Senators forward Tim Stutzle.

Carter Yakemchuk News / Silver Seven / September 2

Ottawa Senators 2026 Top 25 Under 25, #4: Carter Yakemchuk

Staff: 4th 2025: 9th Readers: 6th Is Carter Yakemchuk ready strut his stuff in the National Hockey League? After nearly making the team out of camp in

Ottawa Senators News / SenShot / September 1

The 3 best free agent signings in Senators history

It has often been stereotyped that Ottawa is a market that free agents do not seek out. They say that Ottawa is boring and it is not appealing for current stars to go play for the Senators.

Ottawa Senators News / NHL Rumors / August 31

2026-27 Ottawa Senators Season Preview

The Ottawa Senators enter the 2026–27 season with a reshaped roster after a franchise-altering offseason that saw them trade their captain, add a promising young forward, and retool around their young core.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / August 29

Blackhawks re-sign Kevin Korchinski to two-year contract

The Chicago Blackhawks have agreed to terms on a new two-year contract with restricted free agent defenseman Kevin Korchinski, the club announced Saturday afternoon.

Cale Makar signs record-setting extension with Avalanche

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Connor Hellebuyck makes his trade request from Jets official

Potential trade destinations for Hellebuyck

Hellebuyck would approve a trade to multiple teams