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The past season was a good one for Ottawa Senators fans. Their team was finally able to make it back to the playoffs after years of rebuilding – and it keeps getting better.

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Revisiting the Ottawa Senators’ 2020 Draft Class

When looking back at the Ottawa Senators’ 2020 draft class, it’s easy to make the argument that it is one of the best in the franchise’s 33-year history.

Ottawa Senators News / Daily Faceoff / August 1

2025-26 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Ottawa Senators’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses and so much more.

Ottawa Senators News / The Hockey Writers / July 31

Previewing the Senators’ 2026 Free Agent Class

As we approach August, one can safely make the assumption that the Ottawa Senators’ business when it comes to signing and retaining free agents is done.

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The 'Most goals in a Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

How many of the 18 NHL players since the 2000 Stanley Cup Playoffs to score 10 goals in multiple postseason runs can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

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Ottawa Senators News / The Hockey Writers / July 31

Revisiting the Senators’ 2022 Draft Class

In 2021, the Ottawa Senators shifted their draft strategy, moving away from rebuilding and towards supplementing their core of Brady Tkachuk, Tim Stutzle, Jake Sanderson, Thomas Chabot, and, at the time, Josh Norris.

Ottawa Senators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 29

Top Senators prospect working to make team's opening night roster

Right defense was a sore spot for the Ottawa Senators throughout the entire 2024-25 season. They iced five different players on the right-side, and even parted with Jacob Bernard-Docker at the trade deadline.

What head coach Travis Green brings to the Senators

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Travis Green News / The Hockey Writers / July 28

What Coach Travis Green Brings to the Senators

For Ottawa Senators fans, the hiring of Travis Green as head coach wasn’t just another front-office decision—it felt like a potential turning point. After years of coaching changes and stop-and-start rebuilds, the team needed someone who could bring structure, leadership, and a steady voice.

Lars Eller News / The Hockey Writers / July 28

6 Cool Things About Senators’ Lars Eller

Lars Eller signing a one-year, $1.25 million contract on July 1 with the Ottawa Senators wasn’t met with much fanfare in Bytown. Yet whether Senators fans know it or not, their team took a step forward adding Eller to its roster. Here are six cool things that Senators fans may not know about the newest Scandinavian addition to their team.

Ottawa Senators News / The Hockey Writers / July 27

Are the 2025-26 Ottawa Senators a Better Team?

Last season was a success for the Ottawa Senators by the only measure that mattered – making the playoffs. Sure, they lost to the Toronto Maple Leafs in the first round, but they bounced back from a 3-0 deficit to push the series to six games.

Ottawa Senators News / Last Word On Sports / July 26

The Renewed Franchise of the Ottawa Senators Summer Series and its Defining Moments

Hockey, and sports in general, can be broken down into unforgettable moments. Some moments chart the course of a franchise, if not an entire league. These moments can define a team’s destiny for years to come, or be forgotten in the wind.

Ottawa Senators News / The Hockey Writers / July 25

Senators’ Return to the Playoffs Not Guaranteed After Successful 2024-25 Season

I want to apologize for uttering words that no one wants to hear: Summer is halfway over. Not just for us, but throughout the NHL and every team that is preparing for the season.

Erik Karlsson News / Daily Faceoff / July 25

Could a reunion between Senators, Erik Karlsson make sense?

It’s now been seven years since Erik Karlsson was dealt from the Ottawa Senators, and it feels like he hasn’t been the same since he left. Yes, he did

Ottawa Senators News / The Hockey Writers / July 23

Senators Goaltending Depth Chart: 2025 Offseason

After free agency, the draft, and the majority of the offseason trades being done, the Ottawa Senators are looking strong in goal, and this is a full breakdown of their goaltending depth.

Ottawa Senators News / Last Word On Sports / July 22

The 2025 Ottawa Senators Summer Salary Cup Spending Scenarios

One reason the Ottawa Senators have a well-constructed lineup is the type of players that they have throughout their lineup. If you study the Ottawa Senators lineup, if one player went down with an injury, they would fair all right.

Ottawa Senators News / The Hockey Writers / July 21

Expectations for Senators’ Veterans in 2025-26

The Ottawa Senators success last season can be attributed in large part to the young core the team has built over the last handful of years. Guys like Brady Tkachuk, Tim Stutzle, and Jake Sanderson are the foundation on which the organization is currently built and will be the ones to carry the franchise to success in the future.

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The '2024-25 NFL TD catch leaders' quiz

The 'National League MVPs' quiz

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The 'NFL all-time touchdown receptions leaders' quiz

Ottawa Senators News / Breakaway on SI / July 20

Three Breakout Goalie Candidates for 2025-26 Season

The Ottawa Senators hope that goaltending is a position of strength this upcoming season. It's a similar sentiment felt around the NHL, as just a few spare organizations can confidently say with honesty that the position is a strength.

Ottawa Senators News / Breakaway on SI / July 19

Senators Acquisition Leads Eastern Conference Defensive Breakout Candidates

Every NHL offseason is filled with organizations trying to round out their rosters. Maybe they are just a piece away from contention, or perhaps they are in a full-on rebuild.

Xavier Bourgault News / Daily Faceoff / July 19

Senators sign Xavier Bourgault to one-year contract

The Ottawa Senators announced on Saturday that the team has agreed to terms on a one-year, two-way contract with restricted free agent forward Xavier Bourgault.

Xavier Bourgault News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 18

Senators re-sign former first-round pick

The Senators have reached an agreement with one of their remaining restricted free agents as PuckPedia reports (Twitter link) that they’ve signed forward Xavier Bourgault to a one-year, two-way deal.

Jake Sanderson News / Breakaway on SI / July 17

Senators Star Named Top Under-25 Defenseman

Ottawa Senators defenseman Jake Sanderson took a gigantic leap forward last season. The 23-year-old puck-mover jumped from 32 and 38 points in his first two seasons to 57 points in his third NHL campaign.

Steve Staios News / Rinksiders / July 15

Staios guides Senators to solid offseason

The Ottawa Senators have continued their upward trend with an understated and effective offseason. Though several teams around the league might have caused bigger headlines, president and GM Steve Staios has authored a steady tenure so far.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / July 15

Winnipeg Jets should keep pen in hand for current and future free agents

Alex Adams of Sportsnet: The Ottawa Senators were able to re-sign Claude Giroux, acquired a puck-moving RHD in Jordan Spence, and signed Lars Eller to be their 4C.

Ottawa Senators News / Last Word On Sports / July 14

The Ottawa Senators Defence Free Agents, Trades, and Other Changes

We said it was coming, and for those who waited, it has finally arrived. When we did the previous story on the forwards, we said we’d bring you the other side of the puck.

Ottawa Senators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 6

Senators have quietly had a good summer

The summer is only a few weeks old, but the Ottawa Senators have quietly put together a solid summer so far. The Senators made the playoffs this past season for the first time since their 2017 run to the Eastern Conference Final, and they were short on salary cap space when the off-season started.

Tyler Kleven News / Field Level Media / June 2