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Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Spencer Lazary"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Travis Green finally addresses Brady Tkachuk trade fallout</title><link>https://senshot.com/travis-green-finally-addresses-brady-tkachuk-trade-fallout-01m2tjfcrrfp?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2tjfcrrfp</guid><description>Ottawa Senators head coach Travis Green address the Brady Tkachuk trade fallout, making it clear how he feels.</description><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1290,h_725,x_588,y_202/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m2tjsnwvkdm8jd1wg7.jpg" caption="Feb 3, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;  Ottawa Senators head coach Travis Green looks on from behind the players bench against the Carolina Hurricanes during the third period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>With Greig suspended and Foegele injured, these players could play opening night</title><link>https://senshot.com/with-greig-suspended-and-foegele-injured-these-players-could-play-opening-night-01m2thvsk4sj?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matthew Nafe</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2thvsk4sj</guid><description>Ridly Greig&#39;s suspension and Warren Foegele&#39;s injury may require the Senators to dip into their depth immediately on opening night, what players could we see suiting up?</description><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:43:16 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5276,h_2967,x_0,y_535/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/96/01m2tjacqr5kjk0kxrha.jpg" caption="Could Bakke Olsen find himself in the opening night lineup? | Chris Tanouye/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matthew Nafe"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Senators look to build on recent success under Travis Green</title><link>https://senshot.com/senators-look-to-build-on-recent-success-under-travis-green-01m2s7yp7qgm?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2s7yp7qgm</guid><description>The Ottawa Senators will be looking to build on the solid showings they&#39;ve had under Travis Green, as they look to break through in 2026-27.</description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5616,h_3159,x_0,y_250/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m2s813a62fkrhr7hnq.jpg" caption="Apr 20, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators head coach Travis Green listens to a question from the media following game one of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The best prospect performances from the Senators prospect tournament</title><link>https://senshot.com/the-best-prospect-performances-from-the-senators-prospect-tournament-01m2qvthbqhr?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matthew Nafe</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2qvthbqhr</guid><description>Jaxon Cover was the talk of the NHL with his seven points in two games, but who else caught our attention at the tournament?</description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:46:43 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4081,h_2295,x_0,y_136/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/96/01m2qwcb9aqgcp7azcnj.jpg" caption="The Senators prospects had a strong weekend, but who had the most impressive showings? | Chris Tanouye/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matthew Nafe"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Travis Green isn’t rushing to fill Senators captaincy void</title><link>https://senshot.com/travis-green-isn-t-rushing-to-fill-senators-captaincy-void-01m2rqxjsmta?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2rqxjsmta</guid><description>Ottawa Senators head coach Travis Green has made his point clear about naming the team&#39;s next captain, and that&#39;s just fine for now.</description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 01:15:57 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5901,h_3319,x_654,y_369/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m2rr6j3tmsefqbdxdw.jpg" caption="Apr 26, 2025; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators head coach Travis Green speaks the media following the team win against the Toronto Maple Leafs in game four of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Canadian Tire Centre. 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Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Spencer Lazary"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>5 questions the Senators need to answer before opening night</title><link>https://senshot.com/5-questions-the-senators-need-to-answer-before-opening-night-01m2pcbvmf8q?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tyler Beauchesne</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2pcbvmf8q</guid><description>Here are the five questions that will affect the Senators this season</description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:00:14 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4000,h_2250,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m2pedetx4b6cs9pekp.jpg" caption="Oct 4, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Ottawa Senators defenseman Carter Yakemchuk (58) looks on during warm-up before the game against the Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tyler Beauchesne"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>How Drake Batherson&#39;s extension compares to other deals in the NHL</title><link>https://senshot.com/how-drake-batherson-s-extension-compares-to-other-deals-in-the-nhl-01m2k15zvt3z?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matthew Nafe</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2k15zvt3z</guid><description>How well does Drake Batherson&#39;s contract compare to similar deals around the NHL?</description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:16:28 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4827,h_2715,x_0,y_397/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/96/01m2k4r0kg2az43g4527.jpg" caption="Adrian Kempe&#39;s new deal has been the clear cut comparison used across the league, how well does Batherson&#39;s new deal compare? | Juan Ocampo/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matthew Nafe"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>What the Batherson extension means for future Senators&#39; signings</title><link>https://senshot.com/what-the-batherson-extension-means-for-future-senators-signings-01m2jycv5rah?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Spencer Lazary</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2jycv5rah</guid><description>Now that Batherson has signed a big-ticket contract, it likely set the internal salary cap for the organization.</description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4427,h_2490,x_0,y_354/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m2jyq9kj3ahdjwd68s.jpg" caption="Mar 19, 2026; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; New York Islanders goalie Ilya Sorokin (30) makes a save in front of Ottawa Senators right wing Drake Batherson (19) in the third period at the Canadian Tire Centre. 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Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Carter Yakemchuk needs to make the Senators’ opening night roster</title><link>https://senshot.com/carter-yakemchuk-needs-to-make-the-senators-opening-night-roster-01m2c3yt7z5s?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Alicia Racine</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2c3yt7z5s</guid><description>Carter Yakemchuk has to make the Senators&#39; 2026-27 opening night roster. 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And in his first game in a Senators&#39; jersey, he made his name known.</description><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5731,h_3223,x_0,y_447/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/96/01m2cb9s6m6eqzx9m52w.jpg" caption="Jaxon Cover and centreman Eskild Bakke Olsen celebrating after a goal during the All-Canadian NHL Prospects Challenge on Saturday, September 12, 2026 | Chris Tanouye/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Alicia Racine"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Linus Ullmark’s 2026-27 bounce-back case for the Senators</title><link>https://senshot.com/linus-ullmark-s-2026-27-bounce-back-case-for-the-senators-01m25xzhccxr?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matthew Nafe</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m25xzhccxr</guid><description>After a difficult 2025-26 season, Linus Ullmark enters 2026-27 looking to regain his Vezina-winning form and lead the Ottawa Senators.</description><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:57:05 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3270,h_1839,x_639,y_676/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/96/01m25ytj562h7ak2802e.jpg" caption="Linus Ullmark is poised to show why he has been considered one of the best goaltenders in the league, with a return to form in 2026-27 | Andre Ringuette/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matthew Nafe"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Oilers take massive flyer on former Senators prospect</title><link>https://senshot.com/oilers-take-massive-flyers-on-former-senators-prospect-01m242khvx3b?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m242khvx3b</guid><description>The Edmonton Oilers signed a former Ottawa Senators in a bit of a desperate move aimed at rediscovering something.</description><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:03:44 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1884,h_1059,x_374,y_41/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m242zhkv1ktrf1dkw8.jpg" caption="Apr 1, 2021; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators left wing Alex Formenton (59) stretches during warmup prior to game against the Montreal Canadiens at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Senators&#39; Thomas Chabot just made his case to be next captain</title><link>https://senshot.com/senators-thomas-chabot-just-made-his-case-to-be-next-captain-01m21xqrmwdw?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m21xqrmwdw</guid><description>Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot just showed everyone why he should be the next captain after his comments regarding a former one.</description><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 02:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4926,h_2770,x_0,y_416/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m21xwb4ncz5f018227.jpg" caption="Mar 11, 2026; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot (72) looks up the ice in the second period against the Montreal Canadiens  at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-IMAGN Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Senators fans want Chabot to be the next captain of the franchise</title><link>https://senshot.com/senators-fans-want-chabot-to-be-the-next-captain-of-the-franchise-01m21f3mvaf3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Alicia Racine</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m21f3mvaf3</guid><description>Ottawa Senators social media has been buzzing with news of who the next captain of the organization may be. 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Mandatory Credit: Keito Newman-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Senators may regret not signing Eeli Tolvanen</title><link>https://senshot.com/senators-may-regret-not-signing-eeli-tolvanen-01m20qs3dmx3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Spencer Lazary</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m20qs3dmx3</guid><description>The Ottawa Senators could regret passing on Eeli Tolvanen as he looks to make an impact with the New York Rangers.</description><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:02:59 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3383,h_1902,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m20qttd2cqygagbf4w.jpg" caption="Apr 6, 2026; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Seattle Kraken right wing Eeli Tolvanen (20) puck juggles before a game against the Winnipeg Jets at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Spencer Lazary"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Ottawa Senators bottom-six forward competition we’re most interested in</title><link>https://senshot.com/ottawa-senators-bottom-six-forward-competition-we-re-most-interested-in-01m1z9cbpveq?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Spencer Lazary</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1z9cbpveq</guid><description>The Ottawa Senators’ bottom-six competition could be one to watch, with Stephen Halliday and Nick Cousins battling for a spot in the lineup.</description><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 01:44:32 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5983,h_3365,x_0,y_40/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m1z9f30tk9a453rqka.jpg" caption="Apr 15, 2026; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators right wing Drake Batherson (19) and center Stephen Halliday (83) battle with Toronto Maple Leafs center Jacob Quillan  (26) in the third period at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-IMAGN Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Spencer Lazary"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>How William Eklund can change the Senators’ offense</title><link>https://senshot.com/how-william-eklund-can-change-the-senators-offense-01m1yprw73kc?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tyler Beauchesne</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1yprw73kc</guid><description>William Eklund could give the Ottawa Senators’ offence another dynamic playmaking element and help raise the ceiling of their forward group.</description><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:45:37 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3622,h_2037,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m1zbbj7659ckqvh92c.jpg" caption="Apr 8, 2026; San Jose, California, USA;  San Jose Sharks left wing William Eklund (72) controls the puck against the Edmonton Oilers during the second period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tyler Beauchesne"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Senators blue line could have looked much different with Bowen Byram</title><link>https://senshot.com/senators-blue-line-could-have-looked-much-different-with-bowen-byram-01m1tc0k9gnv?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1tc0k9gnv</guid><description>In an alternate universe, the Ottawa Senators could have had a chance to draft Bowen Byram, effectively changing the team&#39;s blue line configuration.</description><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 03:34:37 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4592,h_2583,x_0,y_357/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m1tc2vmc0mjqzhsmbd.jpg" caption="Apr 6, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA;  Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram (4) during a stoppage in play against the Tampa Bay Lightning at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Senators have ‘no-brainer’ candidate for captain, analyst believes</title><link>https://senshot.com/senators-have-no-brainer-candidate-for-captain-analyst-believes-01m1qryp7vj2?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1qryp7vj2</guid><description>There might just be an easy choice for the Ottawa Senators next captain, as one notable analyst believes.</description><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 03:22:40 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6040,h_3397,x_135,y_300/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m1qs2tc735vjpmahye.jpg" caption="Oct 13, 2022; Buffalo, New York, USA;  Ottawa Senators defenseman Jake Sanderson (85) waits for the face-off during the second period against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. 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Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Three potential breakout candidates for the Ottawa Senators</title><link>https://senshot.com/three-potential-breakout-candidates-for-the-ottawa-senators-01m1mzb4jrat?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Alicia Racine</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1mzb4jrat</guid><description>With the Ottawa Senators on the brink of making the playoffs for the third consecutive season (for the first time in almost two decades), they will need some of their core players to take a giant step forward this season.</description><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 02:30:26 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5464,h_3073,x_0,y_379/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/96/01m1mzqtpad70mgnr5s2.jpg" caption="Ottawa Senators forwards Tim Stützle and Dylan Cozens celebrating after a goal during a game January 31 vs New Jersey Devils when both players were on the scoresheet | Icon Sportswire/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Alicia Racine"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Ottawa Senators need to embrace a new identity after the Brady Tkachuk trade</title><link>https://senshot.com/the-ottawa-senators-need-to-embrace-a-new-identity-after-the-brady-tkachuk-trade-01m1hcxfzcmm?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matthew Nafe</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1hcxfzcmm</guid><description>The Ottawa Senators are entering a new era after trading Brady Tkachuk. Can their new defensive identity help them return to the playoffs?</description><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 01:35:19 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7354,h_4136,x_0,y_514/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/96/01m1hd2r6my59grm88t9.jpg" caption="The Ottawa Senators are ready to embrace a new identity after Brady Tkachuk&#39;s departure | Josh Lavallee/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matthew Nafe"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The 3 best free agent signings in Senators history</title><link>https://senshot.com/the-3-best-free-agent-signings-in-senators-history-01m1crzbgpv2?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tyler Beauchesne</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1crzbgpv2</guid><description>The three best free-agent signings in Ottawa Senators history and how each player made an impact after joining the team.</description><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:01:32 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2449,h_1377,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m1cs3ewt151kbzhvcg.jpg" caption="Apr 20, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Ottawa Senators right wing Claude Giroux (28) skates during the  warmups before the game against the Carolina Hurricanes  in game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tyler Beauchesne"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Best and worst jerseys in Senators&#39; history</title><link>https://senshot.com/best-and-worst-jerseys-in-senators-history-01m1cv71c8qg?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Alicia Racine</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1cv71c8qg</guid><description>Take a trip down memory lane with a look at the highs and lows of the Ottawa Senators&#39; jersey history since their reemergence back into the National Hockey League in 1992. </description><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:54:16 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5464,h_3073,x_0,y_214/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/96/01m1cvyz5zpn0z49z3pa.jpg" caption="The current road jersey for the Ottawa Senators from the 2025-2026 season | Icon Sportswire/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Alicia Racine"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Senators have put themselves in position for another big addition</title><link>https://senshot.com/senators-have-put-themselves-in-position-for-another-big-addition-01m1c9sds9jr?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Spencer Lazary</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1c9sds9jr</guid><description>The Ottawa Senators have put themselves in position to make another significant addition as they continue building around their young core.</description><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:35:29 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5928,h_3334,x_0,y_287/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m1cas6pm8039gydsdz.jpg" caption="Mar 17, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Kraken forward Jared McCann (19) clebrates after scoring as goal during the second period against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Spencer Lazary"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>This free agent defenceman could be a fit for the Senators</title><link>https://senshot.com/this-free-agent-defenceman-could-be-a-fit-for-the-senators-01m1c5xvvqgf?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Spencer Lazary</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1c5xvvqgf</guid><description>Logan Stanley could be an intriguing fit for the Ottawa Senators as they look to strengthen their blue line.</description><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:32:37 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5117,h_2878,x_0,y_250/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m1c64eqf4qbg0h2t7b.jpg" caption="Apr 21, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Boston Bruins center Mark Kastelic (47) and Buffalo Sabres defenseman Logan Stanley (64) fight during the third period in game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Spencer Lazary"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Three Senators who must step up in Tkachuk&#39;s absence</title><link>https://senshot.com/three-senators-who-must-step-up-in-tkachuk-s-absence-01m17jhg3g19?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Maya Smith</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m17jhg3g19</guid><description>Trading Tkachuk leaves these three players open to step up and the Senators will certainly need them to do so. </description><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 21:18:38 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2449,h_1377,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m19wq9h80sx021pmr2.jpg" caption="Apr 20, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Ottawa Senators center Dylan Cozens (24) is congratulated by left wing Brady Tkachuk (7) after his goal against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period in game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Maya Smith"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Makar contract changes nothing for Batherson, Senators</title><link>https://senshot.com/makar-contract-changes-nothing-for-batherson-senators-01m187q9m05d?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m187q9m05d</guid><description>Ottawa Senators fans should be glad that Cale Makar&#39;s contract doesn&#39;t really change anything in the ongoing saga that is Drake Batherson.</description><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 02:41:38 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2653,h_1492,x_773,y_204/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m188jqxhsxhysthv15.jpg" caption="Dec 17, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA;  Ottawa Senators forward Drake Batherson (19) is pictured during a game against the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Why the numbers show Eklund and Zetterlund should be reunited</title><link>https://senshot.com/why-the-numbers-show-eklund-and-zetterlund-should-be-reunited-01m12e1gtd69?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Alicia Racine</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m12e1gtd69</guid><description>William Eklund is about to be reunited with his friend and former San Jose Sharks linemate, Fabian Zetterlund when training camp opens up in Ottawa in a couple of weeks. The pair have had on-ice chemistry in the past. Will it continue in the nation&#39;s capi</description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1892,h_1064,x_0,y_204/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m12eb0enwt4986aeea.jpg" caption="Mar 18, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Ottawa Senators left wing Fabian Zetterlund (20) controls the puck during the first period against the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Alicia Racine"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Ranking the 5 best trades in Ottawa Senators history</title><link>https://senshot.com/ranking-the-5-best-trades-in-ottawa-senators-history-01m11va3nhgc?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matthew Nafe</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m11va3nhgc</guid><description>From Blockbusters to one for one trades, the Senators have it all in their top 5 best trades in team history.</description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:21:05 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3000,h_1687,x_0,y_304/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/96/01m11wm690xsg4mb935c.jpg" caption="Craig Anderson in his Colorado Avalanche gear in the first few starts for the Senators | Phillip MacCallum/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matthew Nafe"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Senators could look to flip Andre Burakovsky this season</title><link>https://senshot.com/senators-could-look-to-flip-andre-burakovsky-this-season-01m11wp6v4kc?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Spencer Lazary</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m11wp6v4kc</guid><description>The Ottawa Senators could explore trading Andre Burakovsky during the season if the veteran forward doesn’t fit into their long-term plans.</description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:06:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4200,h_2362,x_0,y_215/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m122jmnrf2s74mw77d.jpg" caption="Mar 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks left wing Andre Burakovsky (28) controls the puck against the Nashville Predators during the first period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Spencer Lazary"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Senators predicted to have disappointing 2026-27 season</title><link>https://senshot.com/senators-predicted-to-have-disappointing-2026-27-season-01m10fwvt0mt?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m10fwvt0mt</guid><description>Early projections show a less-than-exciting outcome for the Ottawa Senators in 2026-27.</description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 02:21:40 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1782,h_1002,x_0,y_72/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m10g5hevf551q6mj2r.jpg" caption="Apr 4, 2026; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators center Tim Stutzle (18) and Minnesota Wild left wing Kirill Kaprizov (97) make contact in the first period at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-IMAGN Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Erik Karlsson could return to Ontario, just not to the Ottawa Senators</title><link>https://senshot.com/erik-karlsson-could-return-to-ontario-just-not-to-the-ottawa-senators-01m0y1enqf74?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Spencer Lazary</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0y1enqf74</guid><description>Erik Karlsson could be headed back to Ontario, with the Toronto Maple Leafs emerging as a potential destination instead of the Ottawa Senators.</description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:36:20 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4076,h_2292,x_0,y_227/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m0zbdbg17zms6yykbz.jpg" caption="Mar 7, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Erik Karlsson (65) reacts after scoring a goal against the Philadelphia Flyers during the second period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Spencer Lazary"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Why the Senators should target this low-risk PTO candidate</title><link>https://senshot.com/why-the-senators-should-target-this-low-risk-pto-candidate?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Maya Smith</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0x52n81dp</guid><description>It&#39;s been a few seasons since his prime, but the Senators could find success with this former Calgary Flames defender. </description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:10:19 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2884,h_1622,x_0,y_125/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m0zh5rhredt7g2n8pn.jpg" caption="Apr 9, 2026; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators right wing Drake Batherson (19) celebrates with defenseman Jakes Sanderson (85) and left wing Brady Tkachuk (7) and center Dylan Cozens (24)  for his goal scored in the first period against the Florida Panthers at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-IMAGN Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Maya Smith"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Ottawa Senators contract extension candidate nobody is talking about</title><link>https://senshot.com/the-ottawa-senators-contract-extension-candidate-nobody-is-talking-about-01m0x9zek227?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Michael DeRosa</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0x9zek227</guid><description>The Senators would be wise to sign this defenseman to a contract extension as soon as possible.</description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5642,h_3173,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m0xa1cyd4626pgqmek.jpg" caption="Mar 26, 2026; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators defenseman Artem Zub (2) shoots the puck in the third period against the Pittsburgh Penguins at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-IMAGN Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Michael DeRosa"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>What Stutzle’s comments about Tkachuk say about the Senators’ future</title><link>https://senshot.com/what-stutzle-s-comments-about-tkachuk-say-about-the-senators-future-01m0xc5s9da3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tyler Beauchesne</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0xc5s9da3</guid><description>Stutzle speaks on how Brady Tkachuk&#39;s absence affects the team next season.</description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:00:05 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2449,h_1377,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m0xch2m2mqf8frg3dj.jpg" caption="Apr 20, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Ottawa Senators center Tim Stützle (18) comes off the ice after the warmups before the game against the Carolina Hurricanes in game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tyler Beauchesne"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Senators have a ‘path’ to extend Drake Batherson</title><link>https://senshot.com/senators-have-a-path-to-extend-drake-batherson-01m0xzv90h1m?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0xzv90h1m</guid><description>The Ottawa Senators may have a clear possibility to extend Drake Batherson, though it may not be quite so straight.</description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 02:59:52 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1589,h_893,x_570,y_414/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m0y003zs0dvw7w3taf.jpg" caption="Jan 12, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Ottawa Senators forward Drake Batherson (19) against the Arizona Coyotes at Mullett Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Who could give the Senators&#39; third line an identity?</title><link>https://senshot.com/who-could-give-the-senators-third-line-an-identity-01m0wkk24wc7?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Spencer Lazary</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0wkk24wc7</guid><description>The Ottawa Senators could look to several options to give their third line a stronger identity and provide more consistency throughout the lineup.</description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:37:48 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4306,h_2422,x_0,y_96/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m0wmq4p1kcfqgtr2se.jpg" caption="Mar 27, 2024; Buffalo, New York, USA;  Ottawa Senators center Ridly Greig (71) waits for the face-off during the second period against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Spencer Lazary"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Senators may be underestimating Stephen Halliday</title><link>https://senshot.com/senators-may-be-underestimating-stephen-halliday-01m0tgqms5h3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matthew Nafe</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0tgqms5h3</guid><description>Stephen Halliday enters his second NHL season with a secure spot on the Ottawa Senators. Could the young forward earn a bigger role in the lineup?</description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5464,h_3073,x_0,y_315/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/96/01m0tgwr6x041w8v0170.jpg" caption="How impactful can Stephen Halliday be for the Ottawa Senators? | Icon Sportswire/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matthew Nafe"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Senators may have valuable trade chip sitting in their bottom six </title><link>https://senshot.com/senators-may-have-valuable-trade-chip-sitting-in-their-bottom-six-01m0wfb4qrad?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0wfb4qrad</guid><description>The Ottawa Senator may just have a valuable trade chip in their bottom six, potentially delivering other valuable pieces.</description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:55:08 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2213,h_1244,x_1618,y_116/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m0wfmbg8eanqsjm886.jpg" caption="Jan 31, 2026; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators right wing Michael Amadio (22) looks on against the New Jersey Devils during the second period at Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 players that the Senators should target on a PTO</title><link>https://senshot.com/3-players-that-the-senators-should-target-on-a-pto-01m0rfh4se70?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Spencer Lazary</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0rfh4se70</guid><description>The Senators still need to add some scoring help; here are three potential options that make sense for the club.</description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4848,h_2727,x_0,y_119/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m0rq4x440dc8wtr383.jpg" caption="Jan 8, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Ottawa Senators left wing David Perron (57) in the first period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Spencer Lazary"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Senators may already have their next captain right in front of them</title><link>https://senshot.com/senators-may-already-have-their-next-captain-right-in-front-of-them-01m0rw6c7wbc?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0rw6c7wbc</guid><description>The Ottawa Senators may already have an obvious choice to become the team&#39;s next captain, and it&#39;s not Tim Stutzle or Jake Sanderson.</description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 03:22:22 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4926,h_2770,x_0,y_33/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m0rwamkq14bv3xsjmh.jpg" caption="Mar 11, 2026; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot (72) looks up the ice in the second period against the Montreal Canadiens  at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-IMAGN Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Senators face interesting deadline with Batherson extension</title><link>https://senshot.com/senators-face-interesting-deadline-with-batherson-extension-01m0mprs6g2j?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0mprs6g2j</guid><description>The Ottawa Senators are up against the clock when it comes to a potential extension with Drake Batherson.</description><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1289,h_725,x_249,y_62/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m0mpveapj93djzsg2p.jpg" caption="Apr 20, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Seth Jarvis (24) and Ottawa Senators right wing Drake Batherson (19) battle in the first overtime period in game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The case for and against paying Drake Batherson $10 Million</title><link>https://senshot.com/the-case-for-and-against-paying-drake-batherson-10-million-01m0jya50wgk?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tyler Beauchesne</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0jya50wgk</guid><description>Extending Drake Batherson does not come without its share of risks, but the upside could be too much to pass up.</description><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 13:17:55 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2449,h_1377,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m0jycab3zzc45rypgq.jpg" caption="Apr 20, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Seth Jarvis (24) and Ottawa Senators right wing Drake Batherson (19) battle in the first overtime period in game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tyler Beauchesne"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>2 Senators who are on the hot seat next season</title><link>https://senshot.com/2-senators-who-are-on-the-hot-seat-next-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Spencer Lazary</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0eqjqhjnf</guid><description>Andre Burakovsky and Warren Foegele are two Ottawa Senators who could be on the hot seat heading into next season.</description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:00:05 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3456,h_1944,x_0,y_69/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m0er3ehfyem5217ghj.jpg" caption="Apr 15, 2026; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators left wing Warren Foegele (37) controls the puck in the first period against the Toronto Maple Leafs at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-IMAGN Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Spencer Lazary"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Senators need to extend Drake Batherson before major changes hit</title><link>https://senshot.com/senators-need-to-extend-drake-batherson-before-major-changes-hit-01m0e1wrqte6?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0e1wrqte6</guid><description>The Ottawa Senators would do well to get a deal done with Drake Batherson before major changes hit the wire.</description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:30:35 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4271,h_2402,x_0,y_270/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m0e25x67emjbw0y1jy.jpg" caption="Mar 30, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  Ottawa Senators right wing Drake Batherson (19) warms up before the game against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Senators must avoid turning into the Maple Leafs at all costs</title><link>https://senshot.com/senators-must-avoid-turning-into-the-maple-leafs-at-all-costs-01m0by5h0a7v?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0by5h0a7v</guid><description>The Ottawa Senators risk becoming the Toronto Maple Leafs unless they can hit the next level in 2026-27.</description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:00:05 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5067,h_2850,x_399,y_350/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m0by9w8af41e8485fr.jpg" caption="Apr 20, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators head coach Travis Green listens to a question from the media following game one of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Tim Stutzle has unique chance to become Senators undisputed leader</title><link>https://senshot.com/tim-stutzle-has-unique-chance-to-become-senators-undisputed-leader-01m0bxp48ncm?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0bxp48ncm</guid><description>Ottawa Senators top-line center Tim Stutzle has the opportunity to take over the team&#39;s main leadership role in 2026-27.</description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 02:37:37 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1790,h_1006,x_571,y_196/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/96/01m0bxw2em23c8y51bpy.jpg" caption="Apr 20, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Ottawa Senators center Tim Stützle (18) comes off the ice after the warmups before the game against the Carolina Hurricanes in game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Lenovo Center. 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