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Ersson Stands Tall as Senators Rally Past Sabres 2-1
A third period comeback saved Ottawa from a deflating end to the road trip.
Game 17 Hub: Ottawa Senators @ Buffalo Sabres
The Ottawa Senators (9‑6‑1) travel to KeyBank Center to face a surging Buffalo Sabres (7‑4‑3) on Nov. 4. Ottawa hopes to rebound from recent road struggles, relying on Tim Stützle’s 21 points, Drake Batherson’s seven‑game point streak and goaltender Samuel Ersson’s confidence‑building quest. Buffalo rides a three‑game win streak, fueled by Tage Thompson’s 10‑7 line and Jack Quinn’s 14 points, with Rasmus Dahlin anchoring the blue line. Both teams need full‑60‑minute efforts; the clash airs on Amazon Prime at 7:30 pm EST.
Ottawa Senators Prospect Update: November 3rd, 2026
The Belleville Senators posted a 2‑3‑0 stretch over five games, sitting fourth in the North Division but ranking 7th‑8th by points percentage. Goalie Jackson Parsons shined with 32 saves in a 4‑1 loss to Hartford and 24 saves in a 7‑3 win at Wilkes‑Barre, while the team’s penalty kill faltered. Highlights include Djibril Touré’s physical play and empty‑net goal, Oskar Pettersson’s two‑assist night, and Tyler Boucher’s two goals. Prospects Xavier Bourgault and Phil Tomasino were called up to Ottawa, leaving the Sens thin offensively, and Kasper Halttunen recorded a near‑Gordie Howe hat‑trick against Hartford. The mixed results underscore strong net‑minding but inconsistent scoring and special‑team play.
LNN: Nikita Kucherov Just Broke the Internet
Nikita Kucherov shocks the NHL by telling the Tampa Bay Lightning he won’t re‑sign and requests a trade, a move that could reshape the Atlantic division. Meanwhile the Ottawa Senators unveil nine Hometown Remix jerseys, place defenseman Cameron Crotty on waivers (claimed by Minnesota), and juggle depth as healthy scratches like Carter Yakemchuk loom. Forward Claude Giroux posts a goal and assist against the Ducks, reaching 10 points in 16 games and unlocking $1.5 M in bonuses that will affect next season’s cap. The club also honors 2007 Stanley Cup Final alumni before Saturday’s home game against Utah.
Senators Blow Three-Goal Lead, Falling 6-3 in Anaheim
The Ottawa Senators squandered a 3‑0 lead to fall 6‑3 to the Anaheim Ducks on Nov. 2, 2026. After early goals from Thomas Chabot, Claude Giroux and Jake Sanderson gave Ottawa a comfortable margin, Ducks rookie Cutter Gauthier sparked a comeback with a goal off a turnover. Anaheim then added two quick strike‑outs from Judd Caufield and Leo Carlsson, tying the game 3‑3 before pulling ahead with three unanswered goals in the third period. Goaltender Laurent Brossoit makes his first start since March, but Ottawa’s special‑teams sputtered and costly penalties sealed the loss.
Game 16 Hub: Ottawa Senators @ Anaheim Ducks
The Sens are in Anaheim to wrap up their annual trip to California.
Ottawa Senators Month in Review: October 2026
Despite some small fires appearing here and there, we're off to our best start in the post-Karlsson era.
Sens Dismantle Sharks, 5-1
The Ottawa Senators crush the San Jose Sharks 5-1 on Oct. 31, 2026, snapping a winless stretch and bolstering their playoff hopes in the Atlantic Division. Coach Jason Spezza’s line shuffles—Cozens to Stützle’s wing, Pinto at 2C, and Greig at 3C—pay off as Ottawa controls possession from the opening face‑off. Dylan Cozens opens the scoring, followed by goals from Batherson, Tomasino (his first point as a Senator), and a late power‑play finish by Stützle after a bench‑minor on the Sens. Goal‑ie Joonas Ersson backs up the win with solid saves. The victory nets two points and a needed confidence boost as the Sens close out October.
Game 15 Preview and Open Thread: Ottawa Senators @ San Jose Sharks
A rematch with the Sharks that the Sens need to win.
Five Thoughts for Friday: Regular Season Highlights
The post spotlights five memorable regular‑season wins in Ottawa Senators history, arguing they’re often eclipsed by playoff lore. Highlights include the Jan. 19 2010 4‑1 triumph over Chicago that fueled an 11‑game streak, the Oct. 22 2011 4‑3 comeback win against Columbus featuring Milan Michalek’s last‑second goal, the Apr. 5 2015 overtime victory over Pittsburgh that clinched a playoff spot with Mark Stone’s two goals, and the Oct. 27 2019 5‑2 win over San Jose. The author also references the recent 5‑1 win over Tkachuk’s brothers, underscoring the lasting excitement of standout regular‑season games.
Sens' Comeback Falls Short in 6-5 OT Loss to Kings
In a game they deserved to lose, they managed to squeak out a point with a furious third period comeback.
Game 14 Hub: Ottawa Senators @ LA Kings
Steve Staios assesses the trade market as the Pacific trip continues.
Sens Start Road trip with a Frustrating 4-1 Loss
The Ottawa Senators begin a tough road stretch with a 4-1 defeat to the Las Vegas Golden Knights on Oct. 28, 2026. Missing captain and starting goalie, the Sens struggled despite outshooting the Knights 11-4 in the first period and scoring an early power‑play goal by Shane Pinto. Backup net‑minder Carter Hart sits for Vegas, but the Knights still capitalise, with Jack Eichel netting an empty‑netter to seal the win. Ottawa’s defense, anchored by Johansson, holds up initially, yet fatigue, a controversial minor penalty on Jeremy Lauzon’s hit on Warren Foegele, and missed power‑play chances cost them a comeback. The loss highlights Ottawa’s need for more offensive firepower and better special‑teams luck.
Game 13 Hub: Ottawa Senators @ Las Vegas Golden Knights
After a home stand of highs and lows, the Senators head west for the first time this season
Ottawa Senators Prospect Update: Early Excellence From the Class of 2026
The 2026 has injected some much-needed talent into the Senators' future.
LNN: Devils Acquire Hellebuyck, Nikishin Signs in Carolina, + More!
The NHL finally resolves two lingering offseason moves: the New Jersey Devils trade a package—including 2029 2nd‑round and 2027 7th‑round picks, forward Alexander Command, Dawson Mercer, Nico Daws and Nick Bjugstad—to Winnipeg for star goalie Connor Hellebuyck, creating a formidable tandem with Jake Allen and boosting New Jersey’s Cup hopes. Meanwhile, the Carolina Hurricanes sign RFA blueliner Alex Nikishin to a one‑year, $3 million deal after his 11‑goal, 22‑assist breakout. The Ottawa Senators also see third‑string keeper Jonas Johansson earn a point in a 7‑4 win over the Rangers, prompting a roster tweak that sends enforcer Kurtis MacDermid to the AHL.
The Ottawa Senators Have a Misinformation Problem
A closer look at the warped perceptions of our team and fanbase.
Batherson Gets Hat Trick in 7-4 Win Over Rangers
Drake Batherson powers the Ottawa Senators to a 7-4 victory over the New York Rangers on Oct. 25, 2026, netting a hat trick amid a high‑scoring night. Ottawa jumps to an early 2‑0 lead with goals from Batherson and Tim Stützle, then adds two more in the second period, including a loose‑puck tap-in. Despite a shorthened goal and a late surge from the Rangers, the Sens hold on, buoyed by Dylan Cozens' first goal of the season and resilient special‑team play. Injuries and a shaky goaltender backdrop couldn’t stop Ottawa from grabbing three points, showing they can win even when defensive lapses persist.
Game 12 Hub: New York Rangers vs. Ottawa Senators
No Ullmark vs. Shesterkin, but Stützle vs. Lafrenière is still a tantalizing matchup on Saturday night.
Posts, Defensive Breakdowns Sink Sens Against Sharks 6-2
Some horrendous defensive gaffes betray an otherwise good performance.
Game 11 Preview and Open Thread: Ottawa Senators vs San Jose Sharks
It will be a mighty challenge to match yesterday's high, but the season marches on.
SENS ROUT PANTHERS, 5-1, IN BRADY TKACHUK'S RETURN
The Ottawa Senators turned a hostile homecoming for Brady Tkachuk into a 5-1 victory over the Florida Panthers at the Canadian Tire Centre on Oct. 21, 2026. Despite relentless boos, chants and a early Panthers power‑play goal, the Sens answered with Tim Stützle’s tying tally and then surged ahead, scoring four unanswered goals. Matthew Tkachuk sparked a post‑goal scrap, while the crowd’s noise peaked, creating a “European‑soccer‑like” atmosphere. The win marks a triumphant return for Tkachuk and a dominant performance that defied preseason doubts, giving Senators fans a night to remember.
Game 10 Preview and Open Thread: Ottawa Senators vs. Florida Panthers
Jake Sanderson Is Back, and So Is Brady Tkachuk Tonight’s game gives us two reasons to celebrate: the return of Jake Sanderson and the opportunity to thank Brady Tkachuk for leaving at his peak value, and the Senators receiving a haul of assets that will prove to be
Ottawa Senators Prospect Update: A first look at the BSens
We check in on Belleville's middling start to the season
LNN: Senators Extend Green Through 2030-31 Season
The Ottawa Senators lock up head coach Travis Green with a four‑year extension through the 2030‑31 season after guiding the team to back‑to‑back playoff berths and a 6‑3 start to 2026‑27. Green’s defensive system, strong penalty killing and stellar goaltending from Linus Ullmark—who just set a franchise record with 10 consecutive wins—have steadied Ottawa despite injuries and a struggling power play. Assistant coaches Mike Yeo, Nolan Baumgartner, Ben Sexton and goalie coach Justin Peters also receive extensions. The article also notes league‑wide issues, from Connor Hellebuyck’s uncertain future in Winnipeg to declining NHL attendance and free‑agent moves by David Perron, Vladimir Tarasenko and Patrik Laine.
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