OTTAWA SENATORS NEWS

Who is playing on Hockey Night in Canada tonight?

There is a doubleheader of action on Hockey Night in Canada's first broadcast of the season.

Bryan Murphy

Tim Stutzle, Senators agree to eight-year, $66.8 million contract extension

The 20-year-old center is coming off a 58-point season in 2021-22.

Bryan Murphy

Cam Talbot trade details: Senators acquire veteran goaltender from Wild, signal intent to push for playoffs in 2023

Sporting News has you covered on all the details regarding Talbot's trade to Ottawa.

David Suggs

Matt Murray trade details: Maple Leafs acquire Senators goaltender for future draft considerations

The Maple Leafs also received a pair of draft picks in the deal.

Edward Sutelan

Who did the Senators pick in the 2022 NHL Draft?

Here's everything you need to know about the Senators' picks in the 2022 NHL Draft.

David Suggs

Alex DeBrincat trade grades: Senators add star scorer to young core; Blackhawks get underwhelming return

The Blackhawks sent DeBrincat to the Senators in a package that included the No. 7 pick.

Bryan Murphy

Alex DeBrincat trade details: Senators acquire 24-year-old Blackhawks forward for three NHL draft picks

DeBrincat is heading north of the border and will provide the Senators with a needed scoring punch.

Jacob Camenker

Senators 2022 offseason outlook entering this summer

The Senators failed to take a step forward in the rebuild this season, so what's the plan for this offseason?

Bryan Murphy

Brendan Gallagher calls out Tim Stutzle with accusation of faking injury: 'It's embarrassing'

Canadiens forward Brendan Gallagher had some choice words for Senators forward Tim Stutzle after Ottawa's 6-3 in win on Tuesday.

Bryan Murphy

Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk dies at 62; NHL world reacts after unexpected passing

Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk has died from an illness, his family and the team announced Monday night.

Jordan Greer

Ontario sports teams nearing return to full capacity as COVID restrictions ease

The Maple Leafs, Senators and Raptors should be able to have 50 percent capacity on Feb. 17, and could be back to full capacity at the start of March.

Edward Sutelan

Maple Leafs, Raptors to play without fans after Ontario reduces arena capacity to 1,000

The Maple Leafs, Senators and Raptors can play in front of a maximum of 1,000 people according to new rules from the Ontario government.

Edward Sutelan

Tkachuk on Lemieux biting him: 'Babies do that'

Brady Tkachuk called Brendan Lemieux a host of names after their late-game scuffle Saturday night in Los Angeles.

Dani Mohr

When will a Canadian team win the Stanley Cup?

The 2021-22 NHL season is here and Sporting News looks into the future to make predictions.

Jackie Spiegel

Tkachuk, Pettersson, Hughes still unsigned for 2021-22

Time is ticking down to the start of the season and five guys are still waiting to ink new deals.

Jackie Spiegel

When is the NHL Draft lottery?

Who will get to make the all-important first overall pick in July? Everything you need to know about the 2021 NHL Draft lottery drawing.

Jackie Spiegel

Local kids celebrate Tim Stützle's first hat trick by throwing hats onto Senator rookie's deck

The rookie has scored 12 goals this season, with three coming on Saturday against the Jets in Winnipeg.

Jackie Spiegel

Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews nets hat trick, extends 2021 Rocket Richard Trophy lead

For the fifth straight year, the American-born player has scored at least 30 goals.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL 2021 midseason power rankings: Oilers lead Canada's seven teams

The NHL season's midpoint has arrived and while some things have occurred as expected, the unexpected has also happened.

Jackie Spiegel

Canadiens' Brendan Gallagher on disallowed goal vs. Senators: 'I’m knocked on my ass. I have time to reset.'

Montreal has now lost three straight.

Jackie Spiegel

Senators score five unanswered goals, stun Maple Leafs in overtime

Monday's win marked the first time in franchise history the Senators won when trailing by four goals in the regular season.

Jackie Spiegel

Who plays on Hockey Day in Canada today?

Three games are on the slate for the 2021 edition of Hockey Day in Canada. Here's what you need to know, including game times and TV channel information.

Jackie Spiegel

Oilers vs. Senators takeaways: It's '80s night in Edmonton

Edmonton's offense looked like the franchise's scoring machines of yesteryear in the team's home win over last-place Ottawa.

Tom Gatto

Joe Thornton nets first goal as a Maple Leaf: 'Just happy to contribute'

The goal was the 421st of Thornton's Hall of Fame career.

Jackie Spiegel

Senators' Tim Stützle scores first NHL goal and it's highlight-reel worthy

Ottawa's 2020 first-round pick is officially an NHL goal scorer.

Jackie Spiegel

Senators beat Leafs to open season

Tim Stützle, the third overall pick in the 2020 draft, made his NHL debut against the team many expect to win the North Division.

Jackie Spiegel

Senators top prospect Tim Stuetzle out 6-8 weeks with fractured hand

The German teen was selected No. 3 overall in the 2020 NHL Draft last week.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL Draft 2020: Alex Trebek announces Senators third overall pick Tim Stutzle

The "Jeopardy!" host welcomed the newest Senator to the fold in the first round of the 2020 NHL Draft.

Jackie Spiegel

Evaluating Edmonton, Toronto as likely NHL hub city hosts

Toronto and Edmonton reportedly are the frontrunners to be a "hub city" when the NHL postseason begins.

Sam Ficarro

How does the NHL Draft lottery work in 2020? Explaining Phase 2 odds, teams & date of draw

Sporting News breaks down everything you need to know about the funky 2020 NHL Draft Lottery.

Jackie Spiegel

Jarome Iginla, Kevin Lowe to enter Hockey Hall of Fame as members of 2020 class

The former Flames captain and the former Oilers star defensemen are tentatively scheduled to be enshrined in Toronto in mid-November.

Tom Gatto

NHL Player Gaming Challenge: Schedule, entry list, how to watch

All 31 teams, along with NHL Seattle, will be represented in a four-week tournament of "NHL 20" starting April 30.

Sam Ficarro

Power ranking all 31 NHL goal songs

Every goal song is accompanied by excitement, but some are much more iconic than others.

Sam Jarden

NHLPA Open: Participants, how to stream 'Fortnite' tournament

Sixty-five players will participate in a "Fortnite" tournament for a $200,000 charity prize pool

Sam Ficarro

Former Oilers forward Hemsky retires

The Czech winger spent 15 years in the NHL, playing more than 800 games.

Sam Jarden

Senators sign KHL defenseman Artem Zub

The 24-year-old played for SKA St. Petersburg in the Kontinental Hockey League.

Sam Ficarro

Craig Anderson unsure of NHL future

The Ottawa netminder is turning 39 next month and will be an unrestricted free agent this offseason.

Sam Jarden

Senators' Thomas Chabot pleased with improvement despite tough year

Chabot was one of Ottawa's bright spots in a year of rebuilding for the franchise.

Sam Jarden

Senators coach D.J. Smith on coronavirus: 'It hit us but it probably saved a lot of us, too'

Ottawa has had five confirmed cases of COVID-19, including the first two in the NHL.

Sam Jarden

NHL injury report 2019-20: Who could return if season resumes?

Some big names are slated to return if the season resumes.

Sam Ficarro

Senators announce four more coronavirus cases

The Ottawa Senators announced Wednesday that four additional members of the team have tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19).

Rudi Schuller

Which Canadian NHL teams are paying workers during stoppage?

With the season on pause, Canadian NHL organizations are being asked whether they are going to be paying part-time arena workers.

Sam Ficarro

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight?

Four games are on the slate for March 7 on "Hockey Night in Canada." Here's what you need to know, including time and TV channel information.

Sam Ficarro

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight?

Four games are on the slate for Feb. 29 on "Hockey Night in Canada." Here's what you need to know, including time and TV channel information.

Sam Ficarro

Bobby Ryan nets hat trick

The veteran forward received a standing ovation after scoring his fifth career hat trick.

Sam Ficarro

Senators' Bobby Ryan nets hat trick, hockey world reacts on Twitter

It was an emotional night in Ottawa for the veteran forward.

Jackie Spiegel

Pageau trade grades: Sens stockpile picks

Pageau has had a career year in Ottawa despite the Senators' struggles this season.

Jackie Spiegel

Senators trade deadline analysis

The Senators made a few deals on Monday before the NHL trade deadline

Steve Kournianos

NHL trade deadline: Flames, Maple Leafs among Canadian teams expected to make deals

It's been a busy window already, and teams could still make more moves before the deadline passes Monday at 3 p.m. ET.

Sam Jarden

Who plays on Hockey Night in Canada tonight? Time, TV channel and live stream for February 22

Winnipeg, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal and Vancouver all feature this weekend.

Sam Jarden

Ryan 'doing great' in recovering from alcohol problem

The 32-year-old says he has progressed in the player assistance program and is close to returning to the Senators' lineup.

Rudi Schuller

Rocket Richard Trophy race

Matthews' career year continued in Ottawa Saturday night.

Jackie Spiegel

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight?

Four games are on the slate for Feb. 15 on Hockey Night in Canada. Here's what you need to know, including time and TV channel information.

Sam Ficarro

The 10 players most likely to be moved at NHL trade deadline

With the deadline two weeks away, the trade market is bubbling to life.

Lyle Richardson

What the Senators need at the trade deadline

The Senators are on the outside looking in yet again as the 2019-20 season starts to wrap up.

Jace Mallory

Raptors set new Canadian record

With a win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday, Toronto extended its win streak to 15, surpassing the CFL's Calgary Stampeders for the longest win streak from a Canadian-based professional team (NBA/NHL/MLB/CFL).

Gilbert McGregor

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight? Time, TV channel and live stream in Canada for February 8

Four games are on the slate for Feb. 8 on Hockey Night in Canada. Here's what you need to know, including time and TV channel information.

Rudi Schuller

NHL teams that could weaponize their cap space

Montreal, Anaheim and other clubs may use the pressure-filled trade deadline to target contenders looking to free up cap space.

Lyle Richardson

Kapanen was scratched due to arriving late for practice

Kapanen told reporters on Monday that he has previously overslept and arrived late for a practice in the past when he played in the AHL.

Tommy McArdle

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight? Time, TV channel and live stream in Canada for February 1

Three games are on the slate for Feb. 1 on Hockey Night in Canada. Here's what you need to know, including time and TV channel information.

Rudi Schuller

Ovechkin passes Messier for eighth-most goals in NHL history

The 34-year-old sniper scored twice against the Ottawa Senators to earn 695 career goals.

Rudi Schuller

Top 10 trade candidates coming out of the NHL All-Star break

Here's a look at the top 10 trade candidates and their potential suitors ahead of the 2020 deadline.

Lyle Richardson

Ottawa Senators All-Star Anthony Duclair having a breakout season: 'want to keep things going'

Duclair suited up for his first NHL All-Star Game and collected five points on the night.

Jackie Spiegel

Five forwards who could move by NHL trade deadline

The trade deadline is Feb. 24.

Tommy McArdle

Connor Brown taking game to new heights with Ottawa

The former Toronto Maple Leafs forward is on the verge of setting new career highs in assists and points thanks to increased opportunity in Ottawa.

Murray Pam

Hogberg aims to prove future is now with Ottawa Senators

The 25-year-old netminder is turning heads in a recent slew of starts.

Murray Pam

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight? Time, TV channel and live stream in Canada for January 11

Four games are on the slate for Jan. 11 on Hockey Night in Canada. Here's what you need to know, including time and TV channel information.

Rudi Schuller

NHL Mock Draft 2020: Ottawa Senators select phenoms Alexis Lafreniere, Marco Rossi; LA Kings get goalie of future

January is a time many NHL fan bases begin to turn their attention to June's draft and Alexis Lafreniere, the expected No. 1 overall pick. Sporting News' first mock draft of 2020 says the Canadian phenom will land in Ottawa.

Steve Kournianos

Improved Senators have decisions to make

GM Pierre Dorion's vision for the team is a year behind schedule, but his overall expectations may not be far off.

Murray Pam

Senators' White scores header, but game-tying goal disallowed

White's goal prompted fan reactions on Twitter — both in favor and against the rule disallowing head-butting goals.

Jace Mallory

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight? Time, TV channel and live stream in Canada for January 4

Four games are on the slate for Jan. 4 on Hockey Night in Canada. Here's what you need to know, including time and TV channel information.

Rudi Schuller

Ottawa Senators top 5 moments of the 2010s

It was an topsy-turvy decade for the Senators.

Murray Pam

NHL rumors 2019-20: Will Detroit Red Wings, Ottawa Senators be early sellers?

The NHL's trade deadline is Feb. 24.

Lyle Richardson

Ottawa Senators All-Decade Team for the 2010s

Countless players and coaches have moved through the Ottawa Senators' locker room, but only six players and one coach can be named the best in the decade.

Murray Pam

Sporting News' NHL All-Decade team for the 2010s

The 2010s was quite a decade for the hockey and NHL universes. Zeroing in on the the starting lineup was not an easy task but Sporting News NHL staffers put their heads together and, after some deliberation, came to a consensus on who dominated the game for the past 10 years.

Jackie Spiegel

Duclair scores hat trick vs. Tortorella-coached Columbus

The 24-year-old forward was publicly ripped by Tortorella last season for being "off the rails."

Rudi Schuller

Ottawa Senators' Scott Sabourin speaks to reporters for first time since scary injury

Sabourin, 27, has been out for over a month since he collided with Boston Bruins forward David Backes in a game on Nov. 2.

Tommy McArdle

Craig Anderson injury update: Ottawa Senators goalie placed on injured reserve

Craig Anderson left Saturday's game against the Philadelphia Flyers with a lower-body injury and will miss at least one week.

Tommy McArdle

Travis Konecny injury update: Philadelphia Flyers forward out indefinitely with concussion

The 22-year-old star left Philadelphia's game on Dec. 7 after a violent collision with Ottawa Senators defenseman Mark Borowiecki.

Tommy McArdle

Ottawa Senators' Brady Tkachuk fined for cross-checking Philadelphia Flyers' Scott Laughton

The 20-year-old went for the crosscheck late in the third period.

Sammi Silber

Ottawa Senators, Nikita Zaitsev's agent respond to child custody dispute after ex-wife shares video

The 28-year-old defenseman had been granted leave from the Senators Nov. 22-24 and returned to Russia due to "personal reasons."

Sammi Silber

Secondary NHL FAs due for significant raises in 2020

Sporting News takes a look at several secondary FAs who could cash in next summer, either with their current clubs or with others via free agency.

Lyle Richardson

Vancouver Canucks' Alex Burrows thanks Henrik, Daniel Sedin in Ring of Honour speech

The longtime Canucks winger was inducted into the franchise's Ring of Honour before the team's game against the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday.

Tommy McArdle

Ottawa Senators' strong finish to November shows team headed in right direction

The Sens posted an 8-8-0 record over the month of November.

Murray Pam

David Backes injury update: Boston Bruins forward will return Sunday vs. Canadiens

The 35-year-old spent much of November off the ice following a scary collision with Ottawa's Scott Sabourin on Nov. 2.

Sammi Silber

Ottawa Senators' Anthony Duclair has gone from 'off the rails' to Mr. Dependable

In 23 games this season "The Duke" has notched 10 goals and 15 points for the Senators.

Murray Pam

Power rankings: Good, bad and ugly from Canada's NHL teams so far

The seven Canadian franchises in the NHL split into three categories at the quarter mark of the season.

Jace Mallory

Namestnikov leaves game with lower-body injury

The 26-year-old hit the boards hard after a collision with Montreal's Cale Fleury.

Tommy McArdle

Ottawa Senators' Bobby Ryan enters NHL/NHLPA assistance program

Ryan, 32, has one goal in 16 games in the 2019-20 season.

Jace Mallory

Eichel scores four goals, reminds world how good he is

Eichel scored all four Sabres goals on Saturday, leading Buffalo to a much-needed 4-2 win on the road.

Rudi Schuller

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight? Time, TV channel, live stream in Canada for November 16

'Hockey Night in Canada' returns with four games on Saturday's slate.

Tommy McArdle

Pageau coming into his own as Sens try for turnaround

The 27-year-old has 15 points in 18 games to start his 2019-20 campaign.

Sammi Silber

Here's the story behind the Carolina Hurricanes fan who stole an entire ice cream cone at a game: 'It was all in good humor'

Whether or not it's an act has yet to be confirmed, but if not... well, that took guts.

Sammi Silber

Three takeaways from Carolina Hurricanes 8-2 win over Ottawa Senators

Joel Edmundson had three points in the Hurricanes' win, while the Senators power play went 0-for-3.

Sammi Silber

Ottawa Senators are turning things around early on in 2019-20 — and here's what's working

The Senators are 3-2-0 to start November and are finding a lot of chemistry of late.

Murray Pam

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight? Time, TV channel, live stream in Canada for November 9

There are four games on the 'Hockey Night in Canada' schedule this Saturday.

Tommy McArdle

Cole Bardreau proves unlikely hero as New York Islanders extend win streak to 10

Bardreau scored his first career goal on a penalty in the Islanders' 4-1 win over the Ottawa Senators.

Tommy McArdle

Brady Tkachuk is a pest — and the Ottawa Senators love it

Tkachuk had two points and drew three penalties in the Senators win over the Rangers Monday night.

Jackie Spiegel

Scott Sabourin injury update: Ottawa Senators forward taken off ice in stretcher, shares graphic image of damage to face

The 27-year-old was seemingly knocked unconscious after a nasty collision with Boston Bruins forward David Backes.

Tommy McArdle

Cherry laughs during discussion of Sabourin head injury

The longtime "Hockey Night in Canada" personality drew the ire from fans and other media members on Saturday.

Rudi Schuller

Ottawa Senators' Nick Paul finally finding confidence thanks to mentality, meditation — and Red Lobster

The 24-year-old forward has impressed so far in 2019-20 with four points in six games, including a three-point performance in Sunday's 5-2 victory against the San Jose Sharks.

Murray Pam

New York Islanders' Nick Leddy first defenseman in franchise history to score penalty shot goal

The 28-year-old scored on a penalty shot as part of a three-point effort against the Senators.

Tommy McArdle

Senators score five, snap four-game winless skid

The Ottawa Senators defeated the Detroit Red Wings 5-2 on Wednesday night, putting an end to a four-game winless streak in the process.

Rudi Schuller

Canadian NHL markets are seeing slump in early-season attendance

The last time a Canadian team reached the Stanley Cup Final was the Vancouver Canucks in 2011

Lyle Richardson

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight? Time, TV channel, live stream in Canada for October 19

As usual, Saturday night means a Canadian-heavy schedule in the NHL. Here is all you need to know about the second week of action on Hockey Night in Canada, including who's playing, the start time and TV channel.

Rudi Schuller

Special teams take center stage as Senators continue rebuild

The power play and penalty kill units have already made big impacts on the Senators this season — in very different ways.

Murray Pam

SN Q&A: Ryan Callahan on starting a new chapter in front of the camera at NHL Network

Callahan will make his regular-season debut on NHL Network on NHL Tonight at 9:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday.

Jackie Spiegel

Ottawa Senators' Jean-Gabriel Pageau on fighting Brayden Point: 'I couldn't turn that down'

The fight was the fourth of Point's career and the third of Pageau's.

Tommy McArdle

Ottawa Senators still work in progress, show inconsistency to start season

The Senators dropped their first two games of the year and also lacked quality scoring chances and got outplayed in Saturday's 4-1 loss to the New York Rangers.

Murray Pam

New York Rangers' Mika Zibanejad nets unique hat trick against Ottawa Senators

The Rangers forward has eight points in the first two games of the season.

Jackie Spiegel

Ottawa Senators for sale? Snapchat post sparks theories Robert Kraft is buying team

A Snapchat user named Kathryn Kraft posted a photo of Canadian Tire Center with emojis that suggest a move could be in the works.

Tommy McArdle

Brannstrom posts gory picture after taking skate to face

Late in the third period, Erik Brannstrom's defensive stop on an empty-net opportunity resulted in a skate to the face from Toronto's Auston Matthews.

Jace Mallory

Toronto Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews enters rare company with two goals in season opener

The 22-year-old center netted his first two goals of the 2019-20 campaign Wednesday against the Ottawa Senators.

Tommy McArdle

Toronto Maple Leafs name John Tavares 25th captain

The announcement ended a three-year period in which the Leafs played without an official captain.

Tommy McArdle

Toronto Maple Leafs' Jason Spezza healthy scratch, won't get reunion in opener vs. Ottawa Senators

Spezza will miss a season opener for the first time in his 16-year career — and against his former team.

Sammi Silber

NHL 2019-20 season: Key dates

The 2019-20 NHL season is finally upon us. Here are the games that you can't miss this year.

Rudi Schuller

NHL free agency 2019: Recapping what all seven Canadian teams did this offseason

Canada's seven NHL teams entered the offseason under widely different circumstances with distinctive goals. Here's a look at what they've done.

Matt Hornick

Brown eager for 'expanded role' with Senators

The 25-year-old had seen his ice time diminish with the Toronto Maple Leafs, and is looking to have more offensive responsibility in Ottawa.

Murray Pam

Senators keep key to future, ink Thomas Chabot to eight-year deal

The 22-year-old blueliner racked up 14 goals and 55 points in 70 games last season.

Sammi Silber

Senators ice chips: Abramov, Batherson, Brannstrom standouts so far

Senators training camp is underway as D.J. Smith takes the helm. Here's an in-depth look at camp so far, including an emphasis on skating, line combinations, competition and more.

Murray Pam

Senators offseason grade 2019: Ottawa turns over a new Leaf during summer months

Senators GM Pierre Dorion revamped the roster by adding veterans to a young, up-and-coming group.

Murray Pam

SN Q&A with Jean-Gabriel Pageau on new coach, new teammates and contract, 'I love representing the Senators

Sporting News caught up with Senators center Jean-Gabriel Pageau to discuss his comeback from injury, the upcoming training camp and more.

Murray Pam

Senators sign Colin White to six-year deal

After seeing more ice time last season, center Colin White signed to a new six-year deal with Ottawa.

Jace Mallory

Senators' revamped roster setting the table for 2019-20 and beyond

There will be quite a few familiar faces when training camp opens next month for the Ottawa Senators.

Murray Pam

Senators pledge to tighten up defensively

Knowing the Senators lack many goal threats heading into 2019-20, Ottawa brass looks to an improved back end to pick up the slack.

Murray Pam

NHL trade grades: Senators win Artem Anisimov-Zack Smith deal with Blackhawks

The Blackhawks acquired Zack Smith from the Senators in exchange for Artem Anisimov. We graded the deal from both sides.

Murray Pam

Ready to turn a new leaf, Nikita Zaitsev expected to make an impact with the Senators

The 27-year-old is looking forward to his change in scenery, as he and head coach D.J. Smith discussed the trade to Ottawa and the role he'll play with the Senators moving forward.

Murray Pam

Maple Leafs, Senators six-player swap is a win-win as Zaitsev, Ceci start anew

The Maple Leafs and Senators made a trade involving six players on the opening day of free agency, and they're both reaping the benefits.

Dave McCarthy

Senators look to establish change, sign former Leafs Ron Hainsey, Tyler Ennis

Ottawa made two more moves to bolster their blue line and top-6 on Monday.

Sammi Silber

NHL trade news: Maple Leafs, Senators swap defensemen Nikita Zaitsev, Cody Ceci in six-player trade

As expected, the Senators and Maple Leafs added another layer to the Battle of Ontario after swapping players on Monday.

Jackie Spiegel

Senators hire Davis Payne as assistant coach

Payne spent the past two seasons as an assistant coach with the Buffalo Sabres.

Matt Hornick

SN Q&A: Senators' Joey Daccord on Arizona State hockey, joining the NHL ranks and his plans for next season

The Senators' prospect sat down with Sporting News to discuss his time at Arizona State and what the future may hold.

Murray Pam

SN Q&A: Senators' prospect Shane Pinto on being drafted, his late start to competitive hockey and the USHL

The Senators' 2019 second-round pick took the time to sit down and discuss why he waited to start playing competitive hockey, what he brings to the table and more.

Murray Pam

Optimistic Sens head to NHL Draft

Pierre Dorion expects to be a 'popular' man on the floor of the 2019 NHL Draft in Vancouver.

Murray Pam

NHL free agency rumors: Anthony Duclair will stay with Senators on new contract

The 23-year-old Ottawa winger will avoid free agency in 2019.

Matt Hornick

Senators' GM Pierre Dorion says new head coach D.J. Smith is 'going to knock it out the park'

Smith brings experience at the junior and NHL level that could help propel the young club into the postseason.

Murray Pam

Senators re-sign goaltender Anders Nilsson for two years

Nilsson made 22 starts with Ottawa after being acquired in an early January deal from Vancouver.

Jackie Spiegel

D.J. Smith named Senators coach

Smith, 42, has been on Mike Babcock's staff the previous four years after a successful head coaching run in the Ontario Hockey League.

Marc Lancaster

Senators looking at Roy for job

Roy played 19 years in the NHL with the Canadiens and Avalanche winning four Stanley Cups and three Conn Smythe Awards.

Thomas Lott

NHL rumors 2019: Senators inching closer to new head coach while looking to the past

Normally, the expectation is the positions would be filled before the NHL Entry Draft in June, but that may not be the Senators case.

Murray Pam

Simpsons poke fun at Senators in latest episode

Ottawa's recent struggles have been immortalized on one of TV's longest running shows.

Matt Hornick

NHL Draft: Top 31 prospects

American phenom Jack Hughes continues to top the NHL Draft rankings. Can Vasili Podkolzin or Kaapo Kakko top him? Here's SN's latest rankings.

Steve Kournianos

Duclair thriving with rebuilding Senators

Anthony Duclair is having a breakout season in Ottawa after bouncing around the NHL for the past few years.

Murray Pam

Filling a void

Now that the Senators are looking to beef up its hockey operations department, Murray Pam looks into who could fill the role — including a few with close ties to GM Pierre Dorion.

Murray Pam

Senators announce search for president of hockey operations to aid GM Pierre Dorion

Ottawa released a statement Saturday night announcing this as the next step in its rebuild.

Matt Hornick

Eugene Melnyk rips Maple Leafs, Ottawa mayor in radio appearances

Outspoken Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk stirred up controversy with his comments in separate radio appearances on Thursday and Friday.

Rudi Schuller

Senators recall Erik Brannstrom, two others from AHL on emergency basis

Erik Brannstrom will take the place of Cody Ceci who suffered an injury March 20.

Matt Hornick

Max Veronneau passes — and braces for — test in active Senators debut

In 14:02 of ice time, Veronneau tallied five shots on goal and skated on a line with Brady Tkachuk.

Mark Suleymanov

'It was really fun': Senators win Erik Brannstrom's debut

The Swedish defenseman didn't know he was being called up until Thursday morning.

Matt Hornick

Senators to hand Brannstrom NHL debut vs. St Louis

The Erik Brannstrom era is about to get underway in Ottawa.

Rudi Schuller

Sens sign Veronneau

Just days after wrapping up his collegiate career at Princeton, the Ottawa native signed with his hometown team.

Jackie Spiegel

Senators eliminated

After reaching the 2017 Eastern Conference Final, Ottawa has now missed the playoffs for two straight seasons.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL mock draft 2019: Senators, Rangers, Ducks gain stock in post-trade deadline edition

Four first-round picks for the 2019 NHL Draft changed hands before the trade deadline. Ottawa found a way to soften the Matt Duchene blow, while Anaheim, Los Angeles and the Rangers now have multiple selections in Round 1. How will they use them?

Steve Kournianos

The best candidates to replace Boucher in Ottawa

Ottawa's head coaching job is up for grabs after general manager Pierre Dorion ended Guy Boucher's three-season run as Senators' bench boss.

Murray Pam

How every NHL prospect traded at 2019 deadline fits with new organization

So your favorite NHL team traded its star player at the deadline for a bunch of unproven prospects. What now? In cases like Ottawa and Anaheim, there's something to look forward to.

Steve Kournianos

Golden Knights' Mark Stone thanks Senators, community in heartfelt tweet

Mark Stone's time with the Sens is over but he nonetheless expressed appreciation for his Ottawa stint.

Mark Suleymanov

Mark Stone trade grades: Golden Knights nab deadline's biggest prize; Senators complete teardown

Vegas made the biggest splash at the 2019 NHL trade deadline after Mark Stone and Ottawa failed to agree on a long-term contract extension. The Sens can now officially begin the next phase of their rebuild.

Murray Pam

NHL trade tracker: Completed deals

The NHL deadline has come and gone. Here's a list of every completed deal before the 2019 cutoff on Feb. 25.

Jackie Spiegel

Flames explain docile trade deadline after 'significant' deals fell through: 'We have a good team'

Atop the Western Conference, the Flames were active but did not consummate a major trade ahead of the deadline.

Mark Suleymanov

What time is the NHL trade deadline 2019? Latest news, rumors, top sellers

The 2019 NHL trade deadline is here and teams are already wheelin' and dealin'. Here is your one-stop shop for all the latest trade news and rumors.

Jackie Spiegel

Matt Duchene trade grades: Blue Jackets turn to rebuilding Senators for No. 1 center

Columbus adds a top-flight scorer and playmaker to an already potent offense. Ottawa stockpiles more prospects and picks as it continues to reshape its roster.

Murray Pam

NHL trade rumors: Top 10 players most likely to be dealt at the 2019 deadline

The 2019 NHL trade deadline is quickly approaching with stars like Matt Duchene, Artemi Panarin and Sergei Bobrovsky in the rumor mill. Here are the 10 players among them most likely to switch jerseys by Feb. 25.

Lyle Richardson

Matt Duchene 'excited' to join Blue Jackets; new team welcomes offensive threat

The Blue Jackets win their first game with their new No. 1 center, who was acquired earlier in the day.

Murray Pam

Duchene thanks Sens, fans after trade: 'It was truly a pleasure'

Matt Duchene is officially a Columbus Blue Jacket, but the 28-year-old had kind words for the city of Ottawa, the Senators organization and its fans after 118 games in the nation's capital.

Rudi Schuller

Senators sit Matt Duchene, Ryan Dzingel, Mark Stone: 'The room . . . was a little somber'

The Senators held out three of their top trade chips for Thursday's matchup with the Devils in New Jersey.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL Rumor Roundup: Senators slap for-sale sign on Matt Duchene. Is Mark Stone next?

Ottawa's trade deadline firesale almost certainly includes Matt Duchene, and Matt Stone, Ryan Dzingel and Cody Ceci could join him. Plus rumblings from the NHL rumor mill around Artemi Panarin, the Wild and more.

Lyle Richardson

NHL trade rumors: Senators' Matt Duchene's status for Thursday undecided

Matt Duchene, an unrestricted free agent this summer, is expected to be moved before the NHL trade deadline Monday.

Jackie Spiegel

Senators have big decisions to make

The NHL trade deadline is Feb. 25 at 3 p.m. ET.

Murray Pam

Nick Bjugstad makes strong impression in Penguins debut

The forward already has a point to his name after one game in Pittsburgh

Matt Hornick

Penguins' Evgeni Malkin to miss at least two games with upper-body injury

Pittsburgh's Evgeni Malkin has 55 points in 50 games this season but will not suit up for the next two games.

Matt Hornick

Senators' Jean-Gabriel Pageau scores in return from Achilles injury

Jean-Gabriel Pageau scored in his first game this season after missing four months of action due to an Achilles injury.

Conor Roche

Senators' Thomas Chabot out three weeks with upper-body injury

Not only did the Senators suffer a 6-3 defeat in New York, they also played much of the game without defenseman Thomas Chabot.

Mark Suleymanov

Senators' Craig Anderson, Justin Falk out with concussions

Craig Anderson and Justin Falk are out through the weekend with concussion injuries.

Conor Roche

Ex-teammates Ryan, Turris fight as Senators defeat Predators in OT

The Senators fought off the Predators and Bobby Ryan fought off Kyle Turris in Monday's 4-3 OT win.

Mark Suleymanov

Canadiens' Artturi Lehkonen's embellishment penalty rescinded

The controversial embellishment called on Artturi Lehknonen in Montreal's win on Saturday has been rescinded.

Conor Roche

Senators lose Ryan, Duchene to injury in defeat to Canadiens

The Ottawa Senators added insult to literal injury as Bobby Ryan and Matt Duchene were casualties during the team's three-goal loss to the visiting Montreal Canadiens.

Rudi Schuller

Erik Karlsson's emotional return to Ottawa dampened by Sharks' road woes

Erik Karlsson returned to Ottawa praised for his past contributions and left with a loss.

Murray Pam

Sharks' Erik Karlsson gets solo lap and standing ovation in return to Ottawa

In his first game as a visitor against the Senators, Erik Karlsson received a warm welcome.

Mark Suleymanov

Sharks' Erik Karlsson has no regrets ahead of emotional return to Ottawa

After nine standout seasons in Ottawa, Erik Karlsson is excited to face his former team as a member of the Sharks.

Mark Suleymanov

Senators Report Card: Ottawa consistently inconsistent at quarter mark of NHL season

Class is clearly in session for the Ottawa Senators 22 games into the season. Eight rookies have already seen game action. The good news: many of these youngsters aced their first quarter exam.

Murray Pam

Sens' Batherson nets first career goal in first NHL game

After scoring 20 points in 14 AHL games, Drake Batherson picked up where he left off in his first NHL game.

Jackie Spiegel

Drake Batherson tears down the door, earns call up to Senators

The rookie is set to make his NHL debut Thursday against the Detroit Red Wings.

Murray Pam

An in-depth look at the Senators goaltending: 'The backup position is more challenging than people think'

Former NHL goaltender Jamie McLennan provides insight into the role of a backup netminder after Ottawa waives Mike Condon and recalls Mike McKenna.

Murray Pam

WATCH: Senators goalie Mike Condon gives up 145-foot goal against Coyotes, waived Wednesday

Mike Condon has had a rough 24 hours as he allowed the Coyotes to score from their own zone Tuesday night, and on Wednesday he was placed on waivers.

Conor Roche

'We're happy with the direction we're going' -- Pierre Dorion dishes on his Senators

Ottawa is 4-4-2 through ten games, overcoming a string of adversity along the way.

Murray Pam

Senators' Mark Borowiecki suspended again, this time for Cody Eakin head-shot

Coming off a one-game suspension for an wayward elbow last week, the Sens d-man received a three-game ban for his latest indiscretion.

Jim Cerny

Senators' Mark Borowiecki suspended one game for elbowing Bruins' Urho Vaakanainen

The Senators will be without their alternate captain for Friday's game at Colorado.

Mark Suleymanov

NHL Mixed Bag: Slow-starting Panthers burdened by unmet expectations

Last year's strong finish has not translated into a quick start this season for the Florida Panthers.

Rob Mixer

'My confidence is really high' -- Maxime Lajoie off to impressive start with Senators

The soon-to-be 21-year-old is a pleasant surprise, so far, in Ottawa.

Murray Pam

More bad injury news for Senators: Tkachuk out a month with torn ligaments in leg

Ottawa's first-round pick had three goals and six points in his first four games before suffering the injury in Monday's 4-1 win over the Dallas Stars.

Jim Cerny

Rookies lead the way for Senators in win over Stars

Maxime Lajoie and Brady Tkachuk each scored in the Senators 4-1 win over Dallas.

Jackie Spiegel

Senators Injury News: Ceci, Formenton, Dzingel placed on injured reserve Friday

The Senators will be without three big pieces on Saturday when they host the Kings in Ottawa as Cody Ceci, Alex Formenton and Ryan Dzingel were all placed on injured reserve Friday.

Murray Pam

Senators rookie Brady Tkachuk scores first NHL goals

Brady Tkachuk had to wait until his second NHL game to score his first goal. A little over half a period later, he had his second.

Rudi Schuller

Weighing the positives, negatives from Senators' surprising start

The Sens have earned three of a possible six points in the season's first three games.

Murray Pam

Hats off to Patrice Bergeron after three-goal effort in Bruins' home opener

Patrice Bergeron's fourth career hat trick led the Bruins in win over Ottawa, 6-3.

Jackie Spiegel

A game-time decision, Dzingel scores two in Senators loss to Bruins

In the Senators first two games, Dzingel had two assists and three shots on net.

Jackie Spiegel

Senators Brady Tkachuk makes highly-anticipated NHL debut in loss to Bruins

The fourth-overall pick in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft missed the first two games of the season with a groin strain.

Jackie Spiegel

Watch: Thomas Chabot is making Ottawa forget about Erik Karlsson

Thomas Chabot, so far, isn't having a sophomore slump as he had two goals and an assist in Ottawa's win over Toronto.

Jackie Spiegel

Acquired in Karlsson deal, DeMelo and Tierney score in Senators win

Dylan DeMelo and Chris Tierney, who were acquired by the Senators in the Erik Karlsson deal and are already paying dividends as they both potted goals on Saturday.

Jackie Spiegel

Road to recovery: On life after John Tavares, Erik Karlsson and rebuilding two reeling franchises

When a franchise player leaves, it can be a long, painful process to replace what was lost. The Islanders and Senators are about to find out. Which organization is better prepared to recover sooner?

Adam Gretz

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