Sens Nation - Your Ottawa Senators Podcast

The Senators have had a roller-coaster week, with a win over New Jersey, an ugly loss to St. Louis, and a shootout victory over the Islanders. Now Travis Green has thrown his forward lines into a blender. Is it a necessary shakeup or an maybe an overreaction?Stephen Halliday gets a shot alongside Tim Stützle and Drake Batherson, while some familiar top-six faces find themselves on the fourth line. Meanwhile, William Eklund is out 10–12 weeks, Artem Zub is finally back, and Jake Sanderson is getting closer to returning.Should Samuel Ersson get the start in Philadelphia? And have the Senators already used more defencemen than any other NHL team?Plus, former captain Brady Tkachuk is heating up in Florida and making comments that won't sit well with Senators fans ahead of his return to Ottawa. We also discuss Alex DeBrincat's reported seven-year, $91 million extension, David Perron's latest move, and James Reimer signing a minor-league deal with the Rangers.All that and more on this edition of the Sens Nation Podcast!Presented by Jim Keay Ford, and by Midas Ottawa and Harding Your Home Comfort Centre.👍 Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode!#OttawaSenators #GoSensGo #SensNation #NHL #SensPodcastSubscribe and share the show with another Senators fan, and let us hear your comments below.🏒 SUPPORT SENS NATIONSupport the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sensnation🎙️ LET'S HEAR YOUR TAKE!Use any device to leave us a voicemail with your Senators take or question. We'll play it back on the show and discuss it. https://www.speakpipe.com/sensnationTHANKS TO OUR SPONSORS🚗 Jim Keay FordOur favourite Ottawa Ford dealership at 1438 Youville Drive in Orléans. https://www.jimkeayford.com🔧 Midas OttawaFor tires, brakes, oil changes, exhaust and more. https://www.midas.com🏠 Harding — Your Home Comfort CentreHeating, cooling, fireplaces, BBQ and home comfort solutions in Ottawa. https://teamhardingcomfort.com

The Senators are off to a 3-1 start, but the injuries are already piling up!Since our last episode, the Sens have picked up wins over Boston and Philadelphia, suffered a rough loss in Detroit, and lost another key player to injury. William Eklund is now expected to miss significant time with an ankle injury, while Andre Burakovsky is getting closer to his season debut.Steve and Gregg discuss how the Senators can overcome their latest injury troubles, whether help should come from Belleville or outside the organization, and which players need to step up.Plus, plenty more to get into:🏒 Carter Yakemchuk's booming shot, power-play role, and early impact.🏒 Hoyt Stanley makes his NHL debut as Ottawa's defensive depth gets tested.🏒 Ridly Greig's controversial reverse hit on Alex DeBrincat. Clean hockey play or something the NHL needs to address?🏒 The Senators honour the late Ray Emery with a special home-opening ceremony.🏒 Former first-round pick Shane Bowers comes full circle with the Senators organization.🏒 Mark Stone's Gordie Howe hat trick, and Florida's injury problems.All that and more on another edition of the Sens Nation Podcast! Join the conversation! Drop your thoughts in the comments. How concerned are you about Ottawa's mounting injuries, and who should get the next opportunity?👍 Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode! #OttawaSenators #GoSensGo #SensNation #NHL #SensPodcastSubscribe and share the show with another Senators fan, and let us hear your comments below.🏒 SUPPORT SENS NATIONSupport the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sensnation🎙️ LET'S HEAR YOUR TAKE!Use any device to leave us a voicemail with your Senators take or question. We'll play it back on the show and discuss it. https://www.speakpipe.com/sensnationTHANKS TO OUR SPONSORS🚗 Jim Keay FordOur favourite Ottawa Ford dealership at 1438 Youville Drive in Orléans. https://www.jimkeayford.com🔧 Midas OttawaFor tires, brakes, oil changes, exhaust and more. https://www.midas.com🏠 Harding — Your Home Comfort CentreHeating, cooling, fireplaces, BBQ and home comfort solutions in Ottawa. https://teamhardingcomfort.com

The NHL season is underway, and the Ottawa Senators are finally ready to join the party.On this episode of the Jim Keay Ford Sens Nation Podcast, Steve and Gregg get you set for Saturday’s season opener against the Toronto Maple Leafs and discuss the biggest story of the week: Thomas Chabot being named the 11th captain in Senators history, with Claude Giroux, Jake Sanderson and Tim Stützle serving as alternates. We also dig into Ottawa’s growing injury concerns, with Artem Zub and Andre Burakovsky ruled out and questions still surrounding Sanderson and Warren Foegele. What could the Sens’ defence look like on opening night, and where does Carter Yakemchuk fit? Plus, Travis Green pushes back against criticism of the way he handles injury updates, the Sens introduce their new emergency backup goalie, and we look at how William Eklund fits into Ottawa’s revamped forward group as the post-Brady Tkachuk era officially begins. The wait is over. New season. New captain. Let’s go.Subscribe and share the show with another Senators fan, and let us hear your comments below.🏒 SUPPORT SENS NATIONSupport the show on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/sensnation🎙️ LET'S HEAR YOUR TAKE!Use any device to leave us a voicemail with your Senators take or question. We'll play it back on the show and discuss it. https://www.speakpipe.com/sensnationTHANKS TO OUR SPONSORS🚗 Jim Keay FordOur favourite Ottawa Ford dealership at 1438 Youville Drive in Orléans. https://www.jimkeayford.com🔧 Midas OttawaFor tires, brakes, oil changes, exhaust and more. https://www.midas.com🏠 Harding — Your Home Comfort CentreHeating, cooling, fireplaces, BBQ and home comfort solutions in Ottawa. https://teamhardingcomfort.com

The Sens are off to a slow start in preseason. More importantly, they have injuries to worry about, including Artem Zub, who won't be ready to start the season. At least. Who takes his place? Is Yakemchuk ready? The Sens don't have much choice but to turn to him.Leevi Merilainen was lost on waivers on Friday, which happened after our recording. The Canucks put in a claim for him. We look back on what he meant to the Sens two seasons ago. Owner Michael Andlauer speaks on Tkachuk and says his family got in his kitchen. And Ron MacLean does an unusual interview with Sens GM Steve Staios to start the season.Subscribe and share the show with another Senators fan, and let us know your preferred line combinations for opening night.🏒 SUPPORT SENS NATIONSupport the show on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/sensnation🎙️ LET'S HEAR YOUR TAKE!Use any device to leave us a voicemail with your Senators take or question. We'll play it back on the show and discuss it. https://www.speakpipe.com/sensnationTHANKS TO OUR SPONSORS🚗 Jim Keay FordOur favourite Ottawa Ford dealership at 1438 Youville Drive in Orléans. https://www.jimkeayford.com🔧 Midas OttawaFor tires, brakes, oil changes, exhaust and more. https://www.midas.com🏠 Harding — Your Home Comfort CentreHeating, cooling, fireplaces, BBQ and home comfort solutions in Ottawa.https://teamhardingcomfort.com

Drake Batherson is staying in Ottawa for the long haul. Steve Warne and Gregg Kennedy break down Batherson’s eight-year, $82-million contract extension, including the timing, trade protection and why his commitment matters after a turbulent summer for the Senators.Also discussed: Batherson’s new deal: Is $10.25 million per season a fair price, and could the contract eventually become a bargain?The NHL’s salary explosion: How offer sheets, a rising cap and massive young-player contracts could affect Thomas Chabot, Artem Zub and other Senators.An unusually short training camp: With few roster openings and limited preseason action, do Ottawa’s bubble players have any real opportunity?The end of fitness testing: Why the NHL’s new training-camp rules have left some coaches concerned.Ottawa’s prospects shine: Jaxon Cover’s seven-point weekend headlines an impressive showing that also included Kasper Halttunen, Christian Kyrou and others.Goaltending questions: Cam Talbot lands in Columbus, while Ottawa must decide whether to begin the season with Linus Ullmark, Samuel Ersson and Leevi Meriläinen.The Sens Nation Podcast is presented by Jim Keay Ford, with support from Midas Ottawa and Harding Home Comfort.Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of the Jim Keay Ford Sens Nation Podcast!🏒 SUPPORT SENS NATIONSupport the show on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/sensnationVisit our show website, Sens Nation Hockey, where you can leave a voicemail with your Senators comment to be played back on the show: https://sensnationhockey.com🎙️ THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS🚗 Jim Keay FordOur favourite Ottawa Ford dealership at 1438 Youville Drive in Orléans. https://www.jimkeayford.com🔧 Midas OttawaFor tires, brakes, oil changes, exhaust and more. https://www.midas.com🏠 Harding — Your Home Comfort CentreHeating, cooling, fireplaces, BBQ and home comfort solutions in Ottawa.https://teamhardingcomfort.comDon't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of the Jim Keay Ford Sens Nation Podcast!🏒 SUPPORT SENS NATIONSupport the show on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/sensnationVisit our show website, Sens Nation Hockey, where you can leave a voicemail with your Senators comment to be played back on the next show:https://sensnationhockey.com

Travis Green believes his club has “more than enough team toughness,” but Steve and Gregg debate whether that's true and whether they need a legitimate heavyweight in the everyday lineup.Also on the show: Brad Marchand mocks Tim Stützle’s captaincy credentials; the Senators plan a tribute video for Brady Tkachuk’s return; They're not huge fans of the Sens' new “The Hill We Choose” slogan; Jaxon Cover gets an intriguing audition at centre; expectations for Gavin McKenna’s rookie season in Toronto; what Zeev Buium’s massive extension could mean for future contracts involving Artem Zub and Thomas Chabot; and potential changes to Sportsnet’s hockey panel.The Sens Nation Podcast is presented by Jim Keay Ford, with support from Midas Ottawa and Harding Home Comfort.Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of the Jim Keay Ford Sens Nation Podcast!🏒 SUPPORT SENS NATIONSupport the show on Patreon: / sensnation Visit our show website, Sens Nation Hockey, where you can leave a voicemail with your Senators comment to be played back on the show: https://sensnationhockey.com🎙️ THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS🚗 Jim Keay FordOur favourite Ottawa Ford dealership at 1438 Youville Drive in Orléans. https://www.jimkeayford.com🔧 Midas OttawaFor tires, brakes, oil changes, exhaust and more. https://www.midas.com🏠 Harding — Your Home Comfort CentreHeating, cooling, fireplaces, BBQ and home comfort solutions in Ottawa.https://teamhardingcomfort.comDon't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of the Jim Keay Ford Sens Nation Podcast!🏒 SUPPORT SENS NATIONSupport the show on Patreon: / sensnation Visit our show website, Sens Nation Hockey, where you can leave a voicemail with your Senators comment to be played back on the show:https://sensnationhockey.com

If the Senators go with a defenseman as their next captain, who should it be, Jake Sanderson or Thomas Chabot?Steve and Gregg examine the case for both, including leadership, loyalty, contracts, stability and the risk of another captain eventually wanting out.They also discuss Connor Hellebuyck’s trade request, whether players should lose some no-trade protection after asking to leave, and how Steve Staios handled Ottawa’s difficult Brady Tkachuk trade.Plus:• Could Fabian Zetterlund complete a line with William Eklund and Tim Stützle?• Is Warren Foegele a dark-horse top-six option?• The five greatest Ottawa-born and raised players in Senators history• Your questions and commentsTHN Ottawa: THN.com/OttawaSens Nation: SensNationHockey.comPatreon: Patreon.com/SensNationDon't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of the Jim Keay Ford Sens Nation Podcast!🏒 SUPPORT SENS NATIONSupport the show on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/sensnationVisit our show website, Sens Nation Hockey, where you can leave a voicemail with your Senators comment to be played back on the show:https://sensnationhockey.com🎙️ THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS🚗 Jim Keay FordOur favourite Ottawa Ford dealership at 1438 Youville Drive in Orléans.https://www.jimkeayford.com🔧 Midas OttawaFor tires, brakes, oil changes, exhaust and more.https://www.midas.com🏠 Harding — Your Home Comfort CentreHeating, cooling, fireplaces, BBQ and home comfort solutions in Ottawa.https://teamhardingcomfort.com

In this episode of Sens Nation, Drake Batherson reportedly wants the maximum eight-year commitment from the Senators, and with the NHL’s new CBA rules looming, there's suddenly an important early bird deadline.Steve and Gregg discuss what Batherson could command, the idea of paying him into his late 30s, and whether his desire to make Ottawa his long-term home should put him in the conversation to become the Senators’ next captain.Plus, The Hockey News redrafts the 2020 NHL Draft and Jake Sanderson and Tim Stützle go 1-2. What would Ottawa’s incredible 2020 draft look like if it were held again today, and in this fictional exercise, who would they now get at 3rd and 5th overall?The guys also debate whether the Senators have enough scoring, they disagree strongly on whether Alexis Lafrenière could be a worthwhile target, and where Ridly Greig and Warren Foegele fit in the lineup.Plus, we answer our first listener voicemail about the timeline for a new Senators arena at LeBreton Flats and discuss Chris Neil’s interesting comments about Brady Tkachuk’s new role in Florida.Thanks for watching and listening to the Sens Nation Podcast!00:00 Welcome to Sens Nation04:15 Sanderson Goes No. 1 in a 2020 NHL Redraft08:10 Would the Senators Take a Chance on Alexis Lafrenière?13:50 Do the Senators Have Enough Goal Scoring?17:35 Drake Batherson Wants an Eight-Year Deal22:25 Should Batherson Be in the Captaincy Conversation?28:15 Voicemail: When Will the New Senators Arena Actually Open?34:30 Chris Neil on Brady Tkachuk’s Role in Florida39:55 How Will Tkachuk Fit With the Panthers?44:05 Is Ridly Greig Overrated?47:15 Could Warren Foegele Get a Shot on the Top Line?49:30 Listener Comments & Wrap-Up

The Senators are getting closer to training camp. We look at some of the remaining free agents who might make sense on a PTO, including Vladimir Tarasenko, Patrik Laine, and Michael Bunting. We also discuss the five Senators with the most to prove in 2026-27, whether it's time for a deep look into Canada’s 33-year Stanley Cup drought, and whether the Sens would prefer to wait until next month to negotiate new contracts when the NHL’s maximum contract term drops from eight years to seven.Also on the show: the Senators are shut out of NHL.com’s top 20 winger rankings, although a former Senator made the list. Jake Sanderson gets high marks for the D rankings. And to kick it off, Kelly Hrudey is out at Sportsnet. Could more changes be coming to Hockey Night in Canada?All that and more on this edition of the Sens Nation Podcast with Steve Warne and Gregg Kennedy.Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of the Jim Keay Ford Sens Nation Podcast!🏒 SUPPORT SENS NATIONSupport the show on Patreon: / sensnation Visit our show website, Sens Nation Hockey:https://sensnationhockey.com🎙️ THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS🚗 Jim Keay FordOttawa’s Ford dealership at 1438 Youville Drive in Orléans.https://www.jimkeayford.com🔧 Midas OttawaFor tires, brakes, oil changes, exhaust and more.https://www.midas.com🏠 Harding — Your Home Comfort CentreHeating, cooling, fireplaces, BBQ and home comfort solutions in Ottawa.https://teamhardingcomfort.comThanks for watching! If you enjoy the show, please like the video, subscribe to the channel, and join us in the comments.Sens Nation — Your Ottawa Senators PodcastWith Steve Warne and Gregg Kennedy

We've got plenty to break down in this episode of the Jim Keay Ford Sens Nation Podcast.Travis Green spoke publicly about Brady Tkachuk's departure, admitting he was "a little bit mad" and "a little bit surprised" by the captain's decision to leave Ottawa. We discuss Green's comments and whether Jordan Spence is right when he says Tkachuk's exit could actually make the Senators a better team.We also dive into the blockbuster contract signed by Macklin Celebrini in San Jose. At just 20 years old, Celebrini lands a five-year deal worth $18.8 million per season. What does that mean for the next wave of NHL stars, and just how fortunate are the Senators that Tim Stützle and Jake Sanderson signed long-term extensions before salaries exploded?Speaking of Sanderson, Boston Bruins star Charlie McAvoy had some glowing praise for Ottawa's No. 1 defenceman on the Wingmen PodcastAlso on this episode:🏒 Former Senator Colin White gets another NHL opportunity with the New Jersey Devils.🏒 Senators prospect Lucas Beckman takes another step toward representing Canada at the World Juniors by earning an invitation to the World Junior Summer Showcase.🏒 The Columbus Blue Jackets make another disappointing decision for hockey fans by eliminating a separate radio broadcast in favour of simply simulcasting the television feed.Don't forget to leave a comment, like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of the Jim Keay Ford Sens Nation Podcast!🏒 SUPPORT SENS NATIONSupport the show on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/sensnationVisit our show website, Sens Nation Hockey:https://sensnationhockey.com🎙️ THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS🚗 Jim Keay FordOttawa’s Ford dealership at 1438 Youville Drive in Orléans.https://www.jimkeayford.com🔧 Midas OttawaFor tires, brakes, oil changes, exhaust and more.https://www.midas.com🏠 Harding — Your Home Comfort CentreHeating, cooling, fireplaces, BBQ and home comfort solutions in Ottawa.https://teamhardingcomfort.comThanks for watching! If you enjoy the show, please like the video, subscribe to the channel, and join us in the comments.Sens Nation — Your Ottawa Senators PodcastWith Steve Warne and Gregg Kennedy

Steve Staios made the media rounds this week, and he sounds pretty comfortable with the Ottawa Senators’ scoring ability up front. But should he be? We discuss whether the Sens still need another proven finisher and what Staios might be looking for before the season begins.Staios also says Daniel Alfredsson’s spot on the coaching staff won’t be filled. Does that suggest the role was created specifically for Alfie — and what does it tell us about his departure?Also on the show:• Does Jason Robertson’s new $12 million deal in Dallas deal help or hurt Drake Batherson’s value?• How might Claude Giroux be feeling after seeing Patrick Kane land a two-year, $16 million contract?• And in our new “Old Man Shakes Fist at Cloud” segment, we wonder how young Senators players are latching on to numbers like 34 and 26 when legendary single digits like 7 and 9 are sitting right there.🏒 SUPPORT SENS NATIONSupport the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sensnationVisit our show website, Sens Nation Hockey: https://sensnationhockey.com🎙️THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS🚗 Jim Keay Ford Ottawa’s Ford dealership at 1438 Youville Drive in Orléans. https://www.jimkeayford.com🔧 Midas Ottawa For tires, brakes, oil changes, exhaust and more.https://www.midas.com🏠 Harding — Your Home Comfort CentreHeating, cooling, fireplaces, BBQ and home comfort solutions in Ottawa. https://teamhardingcomfort.comThanks for watching! If you enjoy the show, please like the video, subscribe to the channel, and join us in the comments.Sens Nation — Your Ottawa Senators PodcastWith Steve Warne and Gregg Kennedy

The Senators continue to make headlines, and we've got plenty to break down on this episode of the Sens Nation Podcast.Shane Pinto speaks publicly for the first time since Brady Tkachuk was traded to the Florida Panthers, and his comments challenge some of the narrative that's been circulating in the media about Tkachuk's departure.Claude Giroux also met with the media via Zoom following his new contract, discussing leadership, his decision to return to Ottawa, and the opportunity that lies ahead for this year's Senators team.Nick Cousins reacts to a new two-year contract, and we discuss why his return is important. With a forward group that's getting crowded, we take a look at who has the inside track for roster spots heading into training camp.We'll also discuss Travis Green being honoured in his home province of British Columbia over the weekend. Tyler Boucher gets a new deal. And we debate the Ottawa Charge's decision to make Canadian Tire Centre their full-time home. Is the move happening at the right time, or are they getting ahead of themselves?

In this episode, we discuss the Claude Giroux case. Is he really planning to sign elsewhere? Are the Flyers waiting on Anaheim's answer to Leo Karlsson's offer sheet? Why is Steve Staios waiting around for an answer when it might be no? The Sens re-signed Nick Cousins and Leevi Merilainen, so we get into that. And we project an opening night roster without Giroux (or Brady Tkachuk).