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097: Guest: Former Senator Brendan Bell Joins us to Review the Road Trip and the State of the Goaltending and Defence

03 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Former Senator Brendan Bell joins Steve and Gregg as the Sens conclude their road trip, taking 3 of a possible 6 points. More on the Senators goalie c...

096: Filip Gustavsson Deserves a Full-Time NHL Job; Sens Get Ready for The Winless Hawks

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Reviewing a 4-1 win in Big D against the neon Dallas Stars. Sens now 3-4 on the season, although the Sens played the second half of that game like the...

095: Is the Sens Defence in Exactly the Same Boat as Last Year? Murray, Watson, Gambrell all on Current Road Trip - First American Trip Since March 2020

28 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we discuss the first 6 Sens games this year compared to the first 6 games last year. The record isn't much better but the stats and t...

094: Why the Embellishment Call on Stutzle Was Such a Joke; Injury Updates on Matt Murray and Shane Pinto

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this one, we review game #5 of the season – a 3-2 collapse against the Rangers and we dig into that many frustrating reasons it happened. That in...

093: Tkachuk and Murray Make Season Debut in Shark Loss; Pinto Injures Shoulder - What Now??

22 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we discuss the season debuts of Brady Tkachuk and Matt Murray in a 2-1 loss to San Jose. A shoulder injury to Shane Pinto. With Colin White alre...

092: Sens Shoot Down the Stars; When Will Brady Play/Get the Captaincy?

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After a weekend split, the Sens are off to a 2-1 start to the new season. Since we last spoke, the Sens fell 3-1 in Toronto on Saturday, then travelli...

091: Reviewing the Sens Season Opening Win Over Toronto; Taking Your Feedback on Brady Tkachuk's New Deal

15 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With Brady Tkachuk watching in the stands, the Sens win an exciting season opener, 3-2 over the Toronto Maple Leafs. We take your feedback on the Tkac...

Bonus Episode: SENS RE-SIGN BRADY TKACHUK!!!

14 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The title says it all...

090: Injuries and Holdouts Aside, the Sens 2021-22 Roster is Set; Austin Watson is Gone 4 Weeks,

12 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Austin Watson is hurt again, out 4 weeks with ankle injury. Outside of Chabot and Zub, they still don't know the pairing on defence. Filip Gustavsson ...

089: Stutzle Takes Tkachuk's Spot at LW; Colin White Out 4-6 Months; Victor Mete Moving Up in the Lineup?

07 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we discuss DJ Smith trying out Tim Stutzle in Brady Tkachuk's spot at left wing, playing with Norris and Batherson. Nick Paul slides into Stutzl...

088: Many Fans Are Now Irritated with the Tkachuk Camp; Sens Make Major Cuts, Did They Get it Right?

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In our poll today, how are you currently feeling about Brady Tkachuk's handling of his contract negotiations? Most aren't very happy with the Tkachuk ...

087: Preseason Clunker vs Toronto; 2nd Line Centre Battle; Sanford and Sens; Farewell to Logan Brown

30 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A few thoughts on Wednesday's loss to Toronto. Analyzing Zach Sanford for Logan Brown deal. Yes, the coach is pumped that we no longer have to disc...

086: Pierre Dorion on Day One of Camp: "The Rebuild is Over." Is it Really Over Or Is There More to Do?

25 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we discuss Pierre Dorion's fairly bold claim that the rebuild is over. If "the rebuild is over" and you start to think about every player and p...

085: Matthew Tkachuk Paints a Bleak Picture of Brady's Talks With Sens; Logan Brown Has Signed; Zack Smith Retires

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With main camp starting this week, Matthew Tkachuk says his brother Brady isn't close to a deal with the Sens right now. The Sens DO sign Logan Brown ...

084: Tkachuk Either Is or Isn't in Town...Reportedly! Pierre Dorion's New Deal; Sens Rookie Camp is Here!

12 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Arguing about Brady Tkachuk's arrival and what kind of contract he'll sign has become Ottawa's favourite pastime. GM Pierre Dorion all signed up for t...

083: Sens Re-Sign Batherson...Now What the Heck is Going on With Tkachuk and Why Isn't He Signed Yet???

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Sens re-sign Drake Batherson and Filip Gustavsson and we break it all down. Brady Tkachuk remains unsigned and reportedly getting frustrated over ...

082: Will Tkachuk Get Svechnikov's Deal or Not? DJ Says It's Time to Name a Captain; Who's Your Starting 6 on D?

31 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Does the Andrei Svechnikov (8 x $7.7M) signing now set the bar for Tkachuk? how do they compare as players? how do they compare in their circumstanc...

081: Our Special Guest : Former Senator Brendan Bell, Discussing the Hottest Sens Issues; And it's Part 2 of Our Minor Hockey Tryout Discussion

20 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Former Ottawa Senators and Ottawa 67's defenceman Brendan Bell joins us this week, discussing all the latest Sens issues. What they've done this summe...

080: What Is The Holdup on Tkachuk? Victor Mete Re-signs; Sens Schedule is Out; Our View on Minor Hockey Tryouts

15 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

All Sens conversations lead to Brady Tkachuk's lack of a contract. What is the holdup? Victor Mete Re-signs, getting a 1 year deal worth $1.2 million...

079: Go Daddy: Sens Part Ways With Dadonov; DJ Smith Re-Signs; Sens Sign Del Zotto

31 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Sens don't jump in much on the NHL free agent frenzy but they do make plenty of news. Evgenii Dadonov is traded to Vegas for Nick Holden and a thi...

078: Sens Go Off Script At The NHL Draft; Should/Will The Sens Jump In On Free Agency?

26 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Sens Go Off Script At The NHL Draft, drafting every player earlier than others thought they should. More on 10th overall pick Tyler Boucher in our...

077: Expansion Draft: Which Sens are Exposed? Which are Protected, Carey Price is Available to Seattle? Should Sens Go After Ryan Strome?

20 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, it's all about the Seattle Expansion Draft: Which Sens are Exposed? Which are Protected. Somehow, Carey Price is Available to Seattle? If t...

076: Pierre McGuire: Sens GM in Waiting? Chris Wideman Revisits Ubergate...Did the Sens Mishandle it?

15 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our thoughts on Pierre McGuire's hiring Final show before NHL expansion draft July 21, resetting our final Sens protected list. Should/will the Sens b...

075: DJ Smith Compares Tim Stutzle to Pavel Bure; Josh Norris Makes the NHL All-Rookie Team

07 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's show number 75!! What hall of fame, human highlight reel did DJ Smith just compare Tim Stutzle to? DJ also says his 17 year old son was threatene...

074: Phillips Quits Sens Foundation; Do Sens Have a True #1 Centre? Cup Final Set; Guest: Graeme Nichols

28 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're joined by Graeme Nicholls from Rome in a Day. We discuss the Cup Final, the key to Habs success and how might have the Sens done in these playof...

073: How Much Money Will Sens Give Tkachuk & Batherson? Is Kadri Truly a Target? Free Jack Capuano!

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The big RFAs: Simmer projects Tkachuk at 6.5, Batherson at 4.5 Sens sign goalie Leevi Meriläinen Bruce Garrioch keeps bringing up Nazem Kadri's name...

072: Browsing Through Sens Possibilities at 10th Overall; Who'll Cause More Long-Term Regret: Stone or Pageau?

14 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dunrobin Distilleries Player Profile: Drake Batherson Who do we think the Sens might the Sens pick at 10? Does Montreal even have a chance? Should Ve...

071: The Golden Goal! Brown to Paul in Overtime, Senators Win World Hockey Title!

07 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Canada wins the World with Brown, Paul and JBD winning gold. Sens stay at 10 in draft lottery. What will the Sens do at 10? Use it, trade it, make a d...

070: NHL Draft Lottery This Week; Abramov Signs in KHL; Who's Ottawa's 2021 MVP? Which Senator Game 7 Loss Hurt Most?

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

NHL draft lottery is Wednesday. The Senators will have the 10th best odds with a 4.5% chance of landing the No. 1 spot and a 9.3% opportunity to finis...

069: Melnyk Grabs the Mic; Chabot is King Clancy Nominee; Sogaard 7 and 0 in Belleville; Stanley Cup Playoffs Review

26 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Steve called it. Sens did NOT finish in last!!  Finished 23rd overall. The Melnyk interview: Sens need a centre and a defensive defenceman Melnyk s...

068: Dorion Recaps the Season, Goaltending, Key RFAs, Captaincy, Zub Re-signs and Hogberg is Done

17 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dissecting Dorion returns as we analyze the Senator GM's commentary in his season-ending press conference.  He began with a general statement about t...

067: Down to the Final Game; Is an Offer Sheet Possible for Tkachuk? Who Would We Protect in the Seattle Expansion Draft?

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wait, the Sens didn't win a single a back to back scenario all season?   Would anyone give Brady Tkachuk an offer sheet? Who will Tkachuk's assistant...

066: What Will Brady Tkachuk's Contract Extension Look Like? Mads Sogaard Adds Even More Goalie Depth

03 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Player profile on Josh Norris; Brady Tkachuk has only a few days left on his contract. How much money and term will he get in Ottawa? Mads Sogaard goe...

065: It's Good News/Bad News for Matt Murray; JBD Continues to Sit; Victor Mete is Sens #3 Defenceman?

26 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The good news? Matt Murray's game has returned to form. The bad? He's hurt again. If he's gone for the year, are your protecting him from Seattle now?...

064: Sens Best Game of the Year? Is Matt Murray Bouncing Back? Shane Pinto Looks Like the Real Deal

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we discuss a pretty solid week for the Sens, including the bounce back of Matt Murray, the Hab-killing play of Drake Batherson and the slic...

063: Post Game April 12: Sens Fall 3-2 to Winnipeg; JBD Poised in his Debut

15 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Post Game April 12: Sens Fall 3-2 to Winnipeg; JBD looks poised in his surprise Debut. When asked about the Matt Murray performance DJ Smith says "He ...

062: Bonus Episode - Sens Beat the Jets; What the Sens did at the Deadline

13 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Bonus episode of the Sens Nation Podcast as we tackle tonight's 4-2 victory and what the Sens did at the deadline and with the waiver wire.

061: Most Memorable Senators Trade Deadline Deals; Connor Brown Record; Thomas Chabot Poll

12 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sens lose 4 straight, now second last overall, 4 points up on Buffalo. We also discuss Saturday's 6-5 loss in Toronto; Monday's NHL trade deadline; mo...

060: Sens Win 6-3 in Montreal; Tkachuk vs Weber; North Dakota Signings; Sanderson Made the Right Call

04 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the Sens 6-3 win in Montreal. Dadonov and Anisimov catch fire. Tkachuk takes on Shea Weber. Connor Brown is a PK beast. Artum Zub flashes h...

059: What Happened with Wolanin? Is EVERY Sens Goalie a Star Now? DJ Defends Chabot's Minutes

28 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we discuss the Sens' handling of Christian Wolanin. Filip Gustavsson got his first NHL win this week and Calgary tried to make off with the game...

058: The Rise and Fall of Joey Daccord; Breaking Down Sens D-Zone and Breakout Passes to Dangerous Areas

20 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Sens goalie Joey Daccord got an emotional, exciting first victory then suffered a season ending injury. Why can't we have nice things? Acqu...

057: Evaluating D.J. Smith's Job Performance; Matt Murray's Ongoing Rollercoaster; Which Pending Free Agents Will Return?

14 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We review the last 7 days in Sens land that saw Ottawa go 1 and 3...again.  We discuss DJ Smith's job performance through 100 career games and his ha...

056: Sens Go 1-3 Since Our Last Episode; Why Isn't Chabot Improving Defensively? Gregg Invokes his "No Logan Brown Talk" Clause

05 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Sens are 1-3 in the 4 games since our last show. Matt Murray lost 2 of his 3 starts, and was chased from the game in both. With or without the pu...

055: Reviewing 6-3 Loss to Calgary; Batherson Goal Streak; Time to Try Stutzle at Centre? No Love for Karlsson?

28 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We wrap up the Sens week that was, including their most recent game, a 6-3 loss to Calgary.  Drake Batherson is getting close to Sens record territor...

054 Game in Review: Senators Defeat Montreal 3-2 in OT; Brady Tkachuk (Your Next Captain) Wins It

22 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Batherson scores a beauty on a nice solo effort. Connor Brown must lead the NHL in breakaways! We discuss a wild 3 on 3 overtime. A couple of good bou...

053: Matt Murray: "That Loss is on Me;" Wolanin Now Dealing with a Crisis of Confidence

20 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Reviewing 3 games vs Leafs including the 7-3 loss. Matt Murray says ,“This one's on me.” DJ Smith talks about the loss. Smith also says Mike Reill...

052: Game Review Episode: Sens Played a Great Game but Fall 2-1 in Toronto

18 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sens played well but the offence went dry again. Lots of deadly chances for the Sens while keeping the leafs snipers generally underwraps. The Leafs j...

051: Game Review Episode: Sens Win 6-5 in Overtime in Toronto; Leafs Blow a 5-1 Lead with 21 Minutes Left

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Has there ever been a better Sens comeback than that? Down 5-1, with 21 minutes left, the Sens Shocking Comeback Win in Toronto; Dadonov Ties AND Wins...

050: Game Review Episode: Sens Beat Winnipeg 2-1; Marcus Hogberg is Surprisingly Good; Wait, Ryan Dzingel is Back?

14 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Sens improve to 3-12-1, beating the Jets 2-1. Brady Tkachuk scores late to give Ottawa the win.  With Matt Murray injured, Marcus Hogberg, who's ...

049: We Analyze the Sens 2-12-1 Start with Former TSN Reporter/Sens Game Host Brent Wallace

12 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our special guest is Brent Wallace. Thoughts on Sens at Winnipeg Thursday night...After an outstanding first period, the Sens lose 5-1...   Is fragi...

048: GAME REVIEW #14, Sens fall 3-2 to Edmonton; A Forgettable Night for Hogberg

10 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sens outshoot Edmonton 42-22 and shut down McDavid and Draisaitl but lose again to the Oilers. Brown and Dadonov score for Ottawa but goaltending wa...

047: GAME REVIEW #13, Sens fall 3-1 to Edmonton; Evgenii Dadonov Finally Scores (Kind of) ; A Brutal Call After a Cross Check on Colin White

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sens fall to 2-10-1.  They continue to improve but there's still a lot of work left to do.   Brutal call on Colin White at the end of the game.  ...

046: GAME REVIEW #12: Sens Fall 2-1 to Montreal; Stützle Takes a Beating; Sens PP Struggles; Suspension for Gudbranson?

06 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Something new: The Sens 2-1 loss to Montreal. Matt Murray is a game star again...goaltending gives you a chance. Colin White had the only Ottawa goal....

045: The 9 Game Skid is Over; Big Nights for Stützle and Murray; Explaining the Sens' Power Play Breakout

05 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Sens win 3-2 over Montreal. We discuss the performances of Tim Stutzle, Matt Murray and Erik Brannstrom. Nick Paul came to the defence of Thomas C...

044: DJ Smith: If the Sens Keep Playing Like They Did in the Vancouver Finale, the Wins Will Come: Is he Right?

30 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Steve has been preaching patience but, as good as the Sens excuses are, the team has now had enough preparation...the excuses end today.  DJ Smith sa...

043: The Sens Close Their Season-Opening Homestand With a Dud; Go West, Young Men

22 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Sens finish up their opening home stand with a 4-1 loss to Winnipeg. Not a good performance.  Colin White remains a conundrum. First rounder; you...

042: A NEW SEASON IS HERE!! The Roster is All Set; What's up with Colin White? Will Logan Brown Now be Traded?

15 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After 10 months, the Sens are finally back in action, with two games against the Leafs and three against the Jets. Why has Colin White's stock fallen?...

041: Ian Mendes Joins Us; Sens Get Province Approval; Long Term Projections for Stuetzle and Sanderson; Short Term Projections for White and Brown

08 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ian Mendes joins us and talks about leaving TSN 1200 to cover the Sens for the Athletic.    Sens and Leafs get provincial approval to host NHL games...

040: Derek Stepan is Pumped to Come to Ottawa; Tim Stützle Signs His ELC; New NHL Homes for Craig Anderson and Anders Nilsson

28 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Derek Stepan talks about his reaction when he learned he was coning to Ottawa. The Sens also acquire Braydon Coburn and Cedric Paquette from Tampa for...

039: An All-Canadian Division May Not Happen; Florida Signs Anthony Duclair; We Discuss GM Pierre Dorion's Statements This Week

18 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Coming up today…an all canadian NHL division could be in jeopardy…we’ll tell you why Anthony Duclair finally finds a new NHL home, but misses a...

038: NHL Season Begins to Take Shape, But Will COVID Allow It? Top 5 Sens Prospects; The Rift with Alfie

12 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

NHL reportedly going with 56 games.  Two sides remain focused on Dec 31 camp start for non-playoff teams. Jan 3rd camp start for the rest of the lea...

037: Senators Franchise Turns 30; A Good Start for North Dakota (South Ottawa); Bernard-Docker Takes a Knee

05 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When will the Sens play their next game? Senators Franchise Turns 30. A Good Start for North Dakota (South Ottawa). Jacob Bernard-Docker takes a knee ...

036: Erik Gudbranson: A One Year Fill-In Or Marc Methot 2.0? Brady Tkachuk Billed as 2021's Top NHL Breakout Player

29 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Is Erik Gudbranson a one year fill-in, or could he be Marc Methot 2.0? NHL.com projects Brady Tkachuk to be the league's top breakout player for the 2...

035: Eugene Melnyk: "Nobody Has Ever Trashed a Team Like We Have;" Anders Nilsson's Concussion Still a Big Issue; Sokolov is First 2020 Pick to Sign

22 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we discuss Eugene Melnyk's rebuild comments on a Toronto-based podcast.  We have a look at the goalie depth chart, based on goalie coach Pi...

034: Bobby Ryan Was Shocked by His Buyout; Latest on Tim Stuetzle; Some Good Sens Prospects Are No Longer Waiver Exempt

15 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When will season and Sens camp begin? What’s going on with Tim Stuetzle? Hand injury? When will he sign? Bobby Ryan says his buy out was a complete ...

033: Sens Sign Alex Galcheynuk: Good Decision or Not? Logan Brown's Final Chance to Shine? Is Stuetzle Staying Home?

01 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sens Sign Alex Galcheynuk: Good Decision or Not? Gregg doesn't like it. Steve thinks differently. Will this be Logan Brown's Final Chance to Shine? Af...

032: Our Special Guest: Ex-Ottawa Senator Brad Smyth; Connor Brown Re-Signs

23 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we're joined by ex-Ottawa Senator and American Hockey League Hall of Famer, Brad Smyth! Brad gives us his take on the Sens' off-seas...

031: Sens Sign Florida Panthers' Star Winger Evgenii Dadonov; Nick Paul Finally Gets His Due

16 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sens sign Dadonov Sens re-sign Matt Murray Sens acquire Austin Watson, will wear 16 to honour Brian McGrattan Sens re-sign Nick Paul Arb schedule: Oct...

030: The Sens Draft Tim Stuetzle and Jake Sanderson, Acquire G Matt Murray and Say Goodbye to Anthony Duclair

10 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the Senators 2020 Draft performance, getting Tim Stuetzle, Jake Sanderson and Ridly Greig in round one. We get into the acquiring and signi...

029: Closing Out the Draft Hype; Sens Make a Trade; Steve Describes Sens New Black Uniforms

03 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Closing Out the Draft Hype, Steve makes his official prediction on what the Sens will do a #3 and #5. Sens Make a Trade with Florida for Josh Brown, a...

028: Draft Preview Part 2 with Scott Wheeler from the Athletic; Craig Anderson's Done

25 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we're joined by Scott Wheeler. Scott covers the NHL Draft and NHL prospects for The Athletic and he's got some rankings I think wil...

027: Senators NHL Draft Preview Part 1: Grant McCagg from Recrutes.ca Believes Byfield is Coming to Bytown

18 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today we discuss what the Senators might do in the first round of the upcoming draft with Grant McCagg from Recrutes.ca.  We discuss TSN's report thi...

026: Bobby Ryan Wins Masterton; Boro's Done; Sens Coaches Ask the NHL For Help Getting Paid

11 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Bobby Ryan is your 2020 NHL Masterton winner great story...hat trick game... Marc Borowiecki's days as an Ottawa Senator are done. Sens don't appear t...

025: Sens Interested in Matt Murray; Boro Deserves to be a Senator for Life; Jacques Martin Will Be a Hit on Broadway: Chara Wants to Return

04 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Sens are keen on goalie Matt Murray, according to TSN. We discuss who we might deal for Murray in our first visit to the Sens Nation Trade Lab. Is...

024: The NHL Shuts Down Playoffs for Two Days to Support BLM; Kevin Bieksa is a Rising Star at HNIC

28 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The NHL Shuts Down Playoffs for Two Days to Support BLM; Kevin Bieksa is a Rising Star at HNIC. Big money players with a cap hit of over $10 M are abs...

023: Should the Senators Offer 3rd and 5th Picks to Try and Get Lafreniere? Is Boro Done in Ottawa?

21 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Should the Sens deal the third and fifth picks overall for number one? Is Mark Borowiecki finished in Ottawa? Are you happy with the Sens goaltending ...

022: Guest: Former Senator Todd White: We Talk Playoffs, His Linemate Daniel Alfredsson and the 2D Logo Whitey Used to Wear

07 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Coming up today...Former Senator Todd White jumps in with us. NHL Playoff round-up...Thoughts on: the bubble, no fans, the format, and 6 games per day...

021: The Seattle Kraken??? Rob Blake Sounds Like a Byfield Fan; Sens Probably Won't Make Use of Cap Room

24 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We Discuss the name, logo and uniform of the Seattle Kraken, the NHL's 32nd team.  The Senators have so much salary cap room but don't hold your brea...

020: Guest: TSN's Ian Mendes; Senators Rebranding? Bobby Ryan Talks Masterton; Projecting Sens Draft Picks; The Weird NHL Playoffs

17 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We get Ian's take on the NHL draft lottery nonsense and how should they decide the draft order? Who will the Sens take in the draft? Is D.J. Smith th...

019: Brady Tkachuk: Pay Him Now or Pay Him Later? NHL Training Camps Begin This Week; Should the Sens Bring Back Robin Lehner?

10 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We have actual dates for a return to hockey!  But will COVID truly allow the NHL to finish what is starts? The Sens have some good prospects in goal,...

018: Who Do You Hope Will Still be on the Board When the Sens Choose at 3?

03 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Our best guess on what the top 5 NHL draft picks will be...most importantly which two players the Sens may get. Will the Russian goalie be in play? Hi...

017: NHL Draft Lottery System Fails Badly; Sens Get the #3 and the #5 Picks While Alexis Lafreniere Goes to UNKNOWN??!!

27 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We Rage About the NHL Draft Lottery Process; Sens Get the #3 and the #5 Picks and Alexis Lafreniere Goes to UNKNOWN??!! WHAT KIND OF SYSTEM IS THAT? D...

016: Is the Hall of Fame Finally Going to "PRAISE ALFIE?"

18 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Is the Hall of Fame finally going to praise Alfie next week? The Buffalo Sabres blow things up, firing the GM and about 20 other employees. Things the...

015: Bobby Ryan Up for the Masterton; Ryan's Hat Trick One of the Best Moments in Sens History

11 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Bobby Ryan is up for the Masterton award. His hat trick in February was one for the ages. Chris Cuthbert called that game. He's moving from TSN to Spo...

014: The Sens Finally Get Their Official Draft Lottery Rules; Tkachuk Will Eventually be Captain

02 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Senators season is over. The NHL draft lottery rules are out. We'll try and make sense of it, but we still have questions. We sure played a lot of...

013: Our Chat with D.J. Smith, Boedker's Gone, Trying to Make Sense of the Hoffman Deal, Why Hogberg Will Start Next Season

26 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

NHL MEMO that went out May 24th on the instructions for moving to Phase 2. It's voluntary and a maximum of six players will be allowed in club facili...

012: Praise Alfie! It's the Anniversary of Ottawa's Only Conference Title!

19 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

According to the Hockey News, if you re-drafted the 2018 draft, Brady Tkachuk's draft ranking would be the same.  Agree or disagree? Alfie scores in ...

011: Sens All-Time Team, Will Abramov Rediscover His Junior Scoring Touch? Two of the Biggest Goals in Hockey History

12 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode #11. Alfie is the best #11 of all time but can you name one of the 3 other players who wore 11 for the Sens? The Sens all-time team: Steve was...

010: Why the Sens Draft Outlook is Now Looking Even Better; What are the Greatest Games in Sens History? Artyom Zub Officially Signs with the Sens

04 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

After weeks of speculation, Atryom Zub has officially signed on with the Ottawa Senators. What will Ottawa's blue line look like next season? This we...

009: Getting to Know Anthony Duclair; Craig Anderson Sad He's Not Part of the Sens' Bright Future

26 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Getting to Know Anthony Duclair Craig Anderson Sad He's Not Part of the Sens' Bright Future. We get into some trivia during this week in Sens history....

008: Pierre Dorion's State of The Nation, Dissecting Dorion, Two Good Prospects Sign, While Two Elite Ones Return to School

18 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Pierre Dorion addressed the media this week so we dissect what he had to say on various Senators issues in "Dissecting Dorion." Two good Senators Pros...

007: We Interview Shaun Van Allen on the 20th Anniversary of the Battle of Ontario, Mark Kastelic Signs, Our Lottery Simulator Sucks

10 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Coming up this week… Sunday April 12th is the 20th anniversary of the start of the Battle of Ontario. Shaun Van Allen played in that series for Otta...

006: Sens Broadcaster Gord Wilson Tells us About His COVID-19 Journey While Gregg Has a Serious Health Scare Too; News on Zub, Tychonick, Lafreniere, and Melnyk

04 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sens radio colour analyst Gord Wilson joins us to talk about his positive COVID-19 diagnosis and the incredible phone call from a hockey legend he rec...

005: COVID-19 Hits the Sens...TWICE! Which EX-Senator Did You Hate Seeing in a Different Uniform?

24 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

2 Ottawa Senators test positive for Coronavirus If the NHL season is over, a former Ottawa Senator will go down as the NHL’s goals per game leader. ...

004: Will the Sens Somehow Get Screwed in the Draft Lottery? Remembering the Hamburglar Run and First Battle of Ontario

17 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Sens and the rest of the NHL are in shutdown mode. It's small potatoes, compared to what's going on in the rest of the world, but will the rest of...

003: Pageau Returns to Ottawa with NYI, Wolanin is Back, Logan Brown's Dad Survives a Fall Through the Ice

10 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

TSN 1200's Steve Lloyd joins us this week as we record on site atr Barley Mow on Merivale in Ottawa. JG Pageau returns to Ottawa as an Islander. Chris...

002: AHL or NHL? Where Will Batherson or Norris Develop Best? Bobby Ryan's Big Night and What Might the Sens 2020 Draft Class Look Like

03 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Maybe the highlight of the season? The Bobby Ryan hat trick Thursday What is there best place right now for players like Drake Batherson and Josh Norr...

001: JG Pageau Gets Traded on Deadline Day

25 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

JG Pageau is traded to the Islanders on deadline day.  The Sens get a first-rounder and a second-rounder in return.  With Namestnikov, Ennis and DeM...

E0: A Quick Trailer. First Full Episode Coming February 25th

22 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A quick trailer for our podcast on the Ottawa Senators.