Atlantic Division Offseason Outlook: Senators vs Canadiens
A look at the major roster changes and internal developments for Ottawa and Montreal as they prepare for the upcoming NHL campaign.
Jul 26, 2026
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Senators’ Offseason Edge Outshines Maple Leafs’ Overhaul
The Ottawa Senators finished the 2025‑26 campaign with 99 points and a playoff berth, while the Toronto Maple Leafs slipped to 78 points and missed the postseason. Ottawa’s offseason was marked by the trade request of captain Brady Tkachuk, who ultimately moved to Florida, and the subsequent arrival of forwards William Eklund and Andre Burakovsky, as well as goaltender Samuel Ersson, to shore up the roster. The club also retained key veterans such as Claude Giroux, Nick Cousins and Jordan Spence, preserving much of the talent that drove their strong finish. Toronto responded with a sweeping revision of its hockey operations, appointing Jim Hiller as head coach and overhauling the roster through trades that brought in Darren Raddysh, Nick Paul and Emil Andrae, and by selecting Gavin McKenna first overall in the draft. Free‑agent signings added Sergei Bobrovsky, Jack Roslovic, Colton Sissons, Teddy Blueger, Brandon Duhaime and Zack MacEwen, while the organization brought in Daniel Alfredsson as an associate coach. Although the Leafs’ activity appears more extensive on paper, the article argues that Ottawa’s deeper core and the strategic additions made during the offseason give them the edge heading into the 2026‑27 season.
Jul 26, 2026
NHL Trade Activity Intensifies as Teams Seek Roster Upgrades
A look at the latest moves, including Nashville’s acquisition of Bourque and Lyubushkin, Ottawa’s re‑signing of Cousins, and Florida’s high‑profile trades, reveals how teams are reshaping their rosters through the marketplace
Jul 1, 2026
Ottawa Senators Trade Brady Tkachuk to Florida Panthers in Multi‑Pick Deal
The Ottawa Senators sent star forward Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers for a package of draft picks and conditional selections, freeing cap space and prompting plans to replace his physical presence.
Jun 22, 2026
Nick Cousins Eyes Multi-Year Deal with Ottawa Senators After Breakout Season
After a strong second season with the Ottawa Senators, Nick Cousins is poised to negotiate a new deal that could double his current salary and extend his stay in the capital.
Jun 6, 2026