The Senators have spent six years developing one of the league's most potent young cores. This is already on display, with core members accounting for more than 75 percent of the team's goals scored this season. The skillful group often receives praise, but today I defer to those who do not. Depth has been an…
The Senators are returning to form after suffering their second worst skid of the season. A dominant 7-2 victory over Tampa Bay brought Ottawa to within five points of the wildcard seed. This victory was backed by Ottawa's core, and they'll need more from that group if a post-season miracle is in the cards. This…
The Senators signed Tyler Kleven to a three-year, entry-level contract on Thursday. He is expected to join the team on Friday. Kleven was a second round (44th) draft selection in 2020. He owns a massive frame at 6'5", 213 lbs and is known for his physicality. The recently-turned 21 year old emerged as a first…
The Senators recently endured their longest losing skid since mid-November. Five consecutive losses saw them fall to eight points behind the wildcard seeds after knocking on the door just two weeks prior. Ottawa hadn't lost three games in a row since December 22nd. They found consistency as the campaign went on, but have suffered at…
The Senators are clinging to their hope of earning a playoff berth. This aspiration faded after four consecutive losses, but the club is still playing meaningful games. It's important for the young core to finish this season on a positive note regardless of their ultimate fate. I recently asked members to submit questions via Instagram.…
The Senators ranked dead last in the NHL on November 24th. A rebuild carrying so much hope felt like it was moving in the wrong direction. Today- March 10th- the club ranks eighteenth overall and ninth in the Eastern Conference. A persistent victory over Seattle on Thursday pushed Ottawa past various teams in the standings.…
Pierre Dorion made one of the largest splashes of his career last week. The seven-year general manager acquired star defenseman Jakob Chychrun without giving up any players or prospects in return. This was met with applause around the league, and proved that the Senators are serious about competing for their first post-season birth in six…
The Senators ignited their playoff aspirations with back-to-back victories against the rival Red Wings. Ottawa earned a record of 6-3-1 over the last ten games. They now sit five points behind the final wildcard seed and six points behind the first with four games in hand. The players have really stepped up as a whole.…
Right when Ottawa was assumed out of the Jakob Chychrun sweepstakes, Pierre Dorion pulled the trigger on a deal for the most coveted player available. To OTT: D Jakob Chychrun To ARZ 2023 1st Round Pick* 2024 2nd Round Pick* (WSH) 2026 2nd Round Pick Conditions: The ’23 1st-round pick is top-5 protected. If met,…
The Senators are setup to have their quietest trade deadline in six years. Pierre Dorion has fewer cards to play than in previous years of the rebuild, but that doesn't mean his hand is empty. Dorion always has a trick up his sleeve. The league's ninth longest-tenured general manager has made 74 trades (11th all-time)…