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Senators erupt in second period, knock off Sharks

Dylan Cozens and Tim Stutzle each had a goal and an assist, and the Ottawa Senators scored three second-period goals en route to a 5-1 win over the host San Jose Sharks on Saturday.

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Senators’ Hayden Hodgson gets 2-game suspension for charging Kings’ Brandt Clarke

Ottawa Senators forward Hayden Hodgson has been suspended for two games, without pay, for boarding Los Angeles Kings defenseman Brandt Clarke during Thursday’s matchup.

Ottawa Senators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 30

Senators Recall Two, Move Warren Foegele To IR

Two young forwards will join the Ottawa Senators on their upcoming three-game road trip. Philip Tomasino and Xavier Bourgault have both been recalled, while Warren Foegele was moved to injured reserve with a knee injury sustained in Tuesday’s game against the Vegas Golden Knights.

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How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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Drake Batherson News / Professor Press Box / October 30

Senators Drake Batherson Is Heating Up, but There’s Something Better

Ottawa Senators fans have plenty to enjoy about Drake Batherson's start to the 2026-27 season. He's scoring, setting up teammates, and finding ways to make a difference even when the game doesn't go Ottawa's way.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Ottawa Senators News / Silver Seven / October 30

Five Thoughts for Friday: Regular Season Highlights

Going 1-2-1 has since put a damper on things, but myself and many others are still riding the high of the Ottawa Senators' 5-1 victory over Tayrn's Tkachuk's brothers last Wednesday.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / October 30

Senators’ Hodgson to have hearing for boarding, charging Kings’ Clarke

The NHL Department of Player Safety announced on Friday that Ottawa Senators winger Hayden Hodgson will have a hearing for boarding and charging Los Angeles Kings defenseman Brandt Clarke during the Sens’ 6-5 overtime loss on Thursday.

Hayden Hodgson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 30

Hayden Hodgson To Attend Hearing With NHL Player Safety

Hayden Hodgson will have a hearing today for his hit on LA Kings defenseman Brandt Clarke, NHL Player Safety announced. This was first reported by Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Citizen.

Travis Konecny News / SenShot / October 30

As the Senators explore the trade market, this forward makes too much sense

The Ottawa Senators are reportedly exploring the trade market for scoring help, and there is one player who should be near the top of their list. If the Philadelphia Flyers are willing to move Travis Konecny, the Senators should waste no time picking up the phone and seeing what it would take to get a deal done.

NHL News / Silver Seven / October 30

Sens' Comeback Falls Short in 6-5 OT Loss to Kings

The Ottawa Senators entered tonight's game against the Los Angeles Kings with a healthy defence corps – including Jake Sanderson, Thomas Chabot, and Artem Zub all together for the first time this season.

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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.

Andre Burakovsky News / Daily Faceoff / October 30

Senators’ Andre Burakovsky leaves game with upper-body injury

The Ottawa Senators may have just lost another forward. Senators winger Andre Burakovsky left Thursday’s game against the Los Angeles Kings with an upper-body injury, and the team announced that he will not return to the game.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / October 30

Senators’ Hayden Hodgson ejected for boarding Kings’ Brandt Clarke

Ottawa Senators forward Hayden Hodgson was assessed a five-minute major penalty and a game misconduct for boarding Los Angeles Kings defenseman Brandt Clarke during Thursday’s game at Crypto.com Arena.

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Thomas Chabot News / Professor Press Box / October 29

Chabot’s Return Gives the Senators More Than a Defenceman

Ottawa Senators fans have some welcome news. Thomas Chabot is expected to return Thursday against the Los Angeles Kings after missing four straight games with an upper-body injury.

Steve Staios News / SenShot / October 29

Senators reportedly exploring trade market for forward help

The Ottawa Senators could be looking to add some scoring help, as general manager Steve Staios reportedly explores the trade market for a forward. According to Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Citizen, Staios is looking at potential options to improve Ottawa's offence.

Cameron Crotty News / Daily Faceoff / October 29

Wild claim Cameron Crotty off waivers from Senators

An experienced blueliner is headed across the border to the State of Hockey. On Thursday, the Minnesota Wild claimed defenseman Cameron Crotty off waivers from the Ottawa Senators.

Arthur Kaliyev News / Daily Faceoff / October 29

AHL’s Iowa Wild sign Arthur Kaliyev to pro tryout

Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported Thursday that winger Arthur Kaliyev has signed a 25-game professional tryout deal with the Iowa Wild, the top-level American Hockey League affiliate of the Minnesota Wild.

Ottawa Senators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 28

Senators Searching For Scoring Help

The Senators find themselves in 21st place in terms of goals scored per game in the early going this season. While Plan A is always to try to have someone come up from the minors and help give a team a lift when they’re struggling, there isn’t a viable player to take that role in Ottawa.

Ottawa Senators News / Viral Sports News / October 28

Ottawa Senators Suddenly Dump 27-Year-Old Defenseman

The Ottawa Senators moved to clear roster space on Wednesday by placing defenseman Cameron Crotty on waivers, a step that all but confirms the imminent return of captain Thomas Chabot, via Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.

Jonas Johansson News / Professor Press Box / October 28

Senators’ Goalie Shuffle: Johansson Keeps Them in the Fight

There’s something to be said for a goaltender who gives his team a chance, even when the final score offers little encouragement. Jonas Johansson did that for the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday night, stopping 25 of 27 shots in a 4-1 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights.

Brady Tkachuk News / NHL Trade Talk / October 28

Brady Tkachuk’s message to Senators bench after scoring in Ottawa finally revealed

Ottawa Senators owner Michael Andlauer has never been shy about sharing his thoughts publicly. Whether it’s discussing the organization’s lost draft picks, commenting on major roster decisions, or taking aim at league matters, Andlauer tends to generate headlines whenever he speaks.

Pavel Datsyuk News / The Hockey Writers / October 27

Senators Prospect Dmitry Isayev on His Development, Pavel Datsyuk, & NHL Aspirations

At 19, Dmitry Isayev is one of the most productive young forwards in the Russian junior league. As such, the Ottawa Senators called his name at the 2025 NHL Draft, selecting the Russian forward in the fifth round, 149th overall.

Drake Batherson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 25

Drake Batherson completes 1 of the most improbable hat tricks in Senators history

Ottawa Senators forward Drake Batherson spearheaded the offensive charge with three goals and an assist in Saturday night’s 7-4 win over the New York Rangers at Canadian Tire Centre.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 24

Drake Batherson (3 goals), Senators too strong for Rangers

Drake Batherson scored a hat trick and added an assist as the Ottawa Senators topped the visiting New York Rangers 7-4 on Saturday night. Jake Sanderson tallied one goal and added two assists, while Dylan Cozens scored and chipped in a helper for Ottawa.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 22

Yaroslav Askarov's early save of the year is huge for Sharks' big picture

The San Jose Sharks were 6-2 winners over the Ottawa Senators on Thursday night, and starting goalie Yaroslav Askarov was one of their biggest stars.

Roope Hintz forces OT, then tallies winner as Stars overtake Jets

Justin Barron has career night as Blues trump Golden Knights

Leafs pull out victory over Rangers on Troy Stecher's last-minute goal

Tim Stutzle's personal chef trolls Brady Tkachuk after Senators' win over Panthers

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Linus Ullmark News / Field Level Media / October 22

Senators G Linus Ullmark put on IR with lower-body injury

The Ottawa Senators placed starting goaltender Linus Ullmark on injured reserve Thursday due to a lower-body injury. The injury occurred Wednesday night in the third period of Ottawa's 5-1 win over the Florida Panthers.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 22

Stutzle's personal chef trolls Tkachuk after Senators' win over Panthers

Tim Stutzle's personal chef trolls Brady Tkachuk after Senators' win over Panthers

Tkachuk returned to Ottawa on Wednesday night for the first time since the Senators traded him to the Panthers in June.

Panthers-Senators was exactly the jolt of excitement the NHL needed

Senators fans give Brady Tkachuk well-deserved cold reception in return to Ottawa

Panthers goaltender Cooper Black to make NHL debut, break interesting NHL record

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Brady Tkachuk News / Yardbarker / October 22

Panthers-Senators was exactly what the NHL needed

Panthers-Senators was exactly the jolt of excitement the NHL needed

After giving the Ottawa Senators the proverbial middle finger in May, Brady Tkachuk essentially forced his way to the Florida Panthers in June, joining a team looking to return to glory after winning back-to-back Stanley Cups and one that also employs his brother, Matthew.

Senators fans give Brady Tkachuk well-deserved cold reception in return to Ottawa

Brady Tkachuk reveals great plan in case Senators fans throw jerseys

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Linus Ullmark News / NHL Trade Talk / October 21

Senators Goalie Linus Ullmark Leaves Game with Injury

Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark was helped off the ice by a trainer during Wednesday’s game against the Florida Panthers after suffering a non-contact injury on a routine save.