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Senators GM High On Top Defensive Prospect

Ottawa Senators general manager Steve Staios has high hopes for the club's top right defense prospect Carter Yakemchuk, so much so that he gave him a vote of confidence with his comments in a recent interview with The Hockey News.

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I concede that there is something inherently masochistic about Ottawa Senators prospect coverage because such a small number of what I write about here ever translates to actual Ottawa Senators hockey in the here and now, and this takes up actual, tangible time from my day.

Shane Pinto News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 28

Shane Pinto extension not expected before start of season

Despite expressing a desire to sign a long-term extension with the Ottawa Senators when he became eligible on July 1, there’s currently no such agreement in place for Shane Pinto.

Allen Americans become Senators’ ECHL affiliate

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Ottawa Senators News / Last Word On Sports / August 28

NHL Rumours and the GM’s Update On Key Player’s Contract Negotiations

Welcome to another edition of NHL Rumours, but since it is for the Sens, we can have a little fun, eh? The Ottawa Senators president of hockey operations and general manager Steve Staios stopped in with the boys at Coming In Hot Podcast to have a little chat.

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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?

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Ottawa Senators News / Daily Faceoff / August 27

Allen Americans become Senators’ ECHL affiliate

Two teams from different countries are once again partnering with each other. On Wednesday, the Allen Americans announced that the team has signed an agreement with the Ottawa Senators and their American Hockey League affiliate, the Belleville Senators, to serve as the organization’s ECHL affiliate for the 2025-26 season.

Ottawa Senators News / The Hockey Writers / August 27

Comparing the Ottawa Senators to the Rest of the Atlantic Division

Last season was big for the Ottawa Senators. After seven tough years, the team finally made the playoffs and pushed the first-place Toronto Maple Leafs to Game 6 before bowing out.

Ottawa Senators News / The Hockey Writers / August 27

Senators’ 2025-26 Training Camp Storylines to Watch

The bad news for any player skating with the Ottawa Senators’ American Hockey League (AHL) franchise in Belleville is that the big club’s 2025-26 roster is pretty much a lock. Trying to crack the lineup out of next month’s training camp will be like trying to bodycheck a Zamboni — you can try, but you’re probably just going to bounce off.

Nikolas Matinpalo News / The Hockey Writers / August 26

Expectations for Senators’ Nikolas Matinpalo in 2025-26

Ottawa Senators defenseman Nikolas Matinpalo is coming off a rookie NHL season he couldn’t have possibly foreseen a year ago at this time. Last summer, Matinpalo was a 25-year-old Finnish pro who had just finished up his first year of pro hockey in North America, that time mostly spent with the Belleville Senators of the American Hockey League.

Ottawa Senators News / The Hockey Writers / August 26

Senators News & Rumours: Cozens’ Fresh Start, Depth Moves & Sanderson’s Push

The Ottawa Senators head into the 2025-26 season with something they haven’t had in years—momentum. Last spring, they finally ended an eight-year playoff drought, and while there’s still plenty of work to do, this is a group that suddenly feels like it’s on the rise instead of stuck in neutral.

Ottawa Senators News / Daily Faceoff / August 25

Senators Sign Jenik, Crotty to two-way contracts

The Ottawa Senators bolstered their depth on Monday, signing forward Jan Jenik and defenseman Cameron Crotty to two-year contracts. Jenik’s new deal is for just the 2025-26 season, while Crotty put pen to paper on a two-year contract.

Luke Loheit News / Inside The Rink / August 22

ECHL: Luke Loheit Returns to the Kansas City Mavericks

The Kansas City Mavericks have announced that they have re-signed 6’1″ forward Luke Loheit for the 2025-26 season. With the signing of Loheit, the Mavericks now have nine forwards and 14 players signed for the 2025-26 season.

Ottawa Senators News / Last Word On Sports / August 21

An Ode to the Ottawa Senators Stud Defenceman Sandy

Ottawa Senator fans, it’s still only August, so let’s sit back for a minute, and really appreciate the superstar in the making that is, Jake Sanderson.

Ottawa Senators News / The Hockey Writers / August 19

3 Senators Named to U.S. Men’s Olympic Orientation Camp

USA Hockey unveiled its highly anticipated Olympic Orientation Camp roster on Tuesday afternoon, naming the 44 players who will travel to Plymouth, Michigan, for the two-day event taking place from Aug 27-28.

Ottawa Senators News / Last Word On Sports / August 19

USA Olympic Team Summer Camp Includes Three Ottawa Senators

In a bout of exciting news, the USA Olympic Team named the 44 members of their Summer Orientation Camp today. For Ottawa Senator hockey fans, they can also be excited.

Brady Tkachuk News / NHL Trade Talk / August 17

Proposed Arena Deal Puts Brady Tkachuk in Different Jersey

The Ottawa Senators’ long-awaited push to move downtown has revived more than just arena talk—it has also sparked speculation about the future of captain Brady Tkachuk.

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Brady Tkachuk News / Athlon Sports / August 17

NHL Analyst 'Sells' on Brady Tkachuk's Future with Senators

The Ottawa Senators’ push to secure a new arena in downtown Ottawa has been brought back to the conversation and keeps raising speculation about the future of captain Brady Tkachuk.

Travis Hamonic News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 15

Red Wings sign Travis Hamonic

The Red Wings signed right-shot defenseman Travis Hamonic to a one-year, one-way contract. The Manitoba native will earn $1MM with no potential performance bonuses, as he missed the age cutoff for a 35+ contract by a few weeks.

Ottawa Senators News / Breakaway on SI / August 15

Senators' Best Defenseman is Clear

One of the reasons the Ottawa Senators are one of the teams expected to rise in 2025-2026 is the top of their defensive depth chart. Thomas Chabot, Jake Sanderson and Tyler Kleven occupy the left side, making it one of the most impressive left-side groups in the Eastern Conference.

Brady Tkachuk News / NHL Trade Talk / August 13

Brady Tkachuk Talks Unexpected Off-Ice Financial Battle with Fans

Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk is speaking out about an unusual and unwelcome challenge he’s faced away from the ice — harassment from sports bettors demanding their money back.

Ottawa Senators News / Rinksiders / August 13

Here’s what comes next now that the Ottawa Senators have completed the land purchase

The Ottawa Senators have now completed their arena deal with the National Capital Commission (NCC). After years of discussion, rumours, and talk about bringing the team to downtown Ottawa, a deal has finally been secured.

Ottawa Senators News / Field Level Media / August 11

Senators announce land sale deal for future arena district

It seems the Ottawa Senators are one step closer to a new downtown arena. The Senators and the National Capital Commission announced an agreement for the purchase and sale of approximately 11 acres of land parcels in the LeBreton Flats neighborhood near Parliament Hill, the team announced Monday.

Michael Andlauer News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 11

Senators take major step toward new stadium

The idea of a new stadium for the Ottawa Senators is finally coming to fruition.

Wild sign Stanley Cup champion to PTO

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Ottawa Senators News / Daily Faceoff / August 11

Senators complete deal for LeBreton Flats land with plans for new arena

The Ottawa Senators are one step closer to having a new home. On Monday, the National Capital Commission (NCC) and Capital Sports Development Inc., run by the Senators, announced they have signed a purchase and sale agreement for land in LeBreton Flats.

Ottawa Senators News / NHL Trade Talk / August 8

Brady Tkachuk Trade Buzz Met with Strong Response from His Dad

Despite growing whispers around the league, there’s no reason to believe Brady Tkachuk is looking to leave the Ottawa Senators. At least, that’s the story if you believe what Brady’s father, Keith Tkachuk, had to say about his son’s feelings over being a Senator.

Claude Giroux News / Trade Talk Sports / August 3

3 Reasons the Senators Were Smart to Re-Sign Claude Giroux

Claude Giroux is no longer the 100-point scorer he once was—but that’s not why the Ottawa Senators brought him back. On a one-year deal worth $2 million plus bonuses, Giroux returns as a steadying presence for a team still trying to take the next step.