33. Marc Methot
Stats: 141GP, 9G, 43P
Height/Weight: 6foot3, 23lbs
Acquired: Trade with Columbus (for Nick Foligno)
Since joining the Senators organization in 2012, Marc Methot has been a solid defender. He’s locked up for 5 more years at a likeable term and should continue to play beside Erik Karlsson, providing stability, and hopefully aiding with another Norris trophy or two.
You can also bet he’ll throw in a few hip checks to keep opposing players on their toes.
The piece the Senators gave up for Methot, Nick Foligno, has since become a leader in Columbus and among the league’s top scorers. Even with how Foligno has progressed, the Senators don’t regret the deal as Methot has been that good for the Senators.
He’s a local guy who makes a great fit. At 30-years-old, he’s not a young NHLer, but he’s still a big piece to Ottawa’s success.
He now has 167 games of experience in a Sens jersey and since he’s under contract for 5 more seasons, fans can expect Methot to be around for quite a while yet. There’s also a good chance he’ll jump on this list later on as he could finish his career as one of Ottawa’s top defenders.