Hosted by former TSN 1200 morning show host Steve Warne, now the site editor for The Hockey News Ottawa, the Sens Nation Podcast keeps you up to date on everything Ottawa Senators. Steve, alongside The Coach, Gregg Kennedy, delivers insightful, knowledgeable, and sometimes brutally honest analysis of the Sens’ latest news and developments. Tune in for exclusive interviews, in-depth features, and commentary on player performances, team strategy, and the future of the franchise. The Sens Natio ...
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Senators Eliminated In Six; Future Finally Looks Bright... For Real This Time
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46:41We talk about the Senators' disappointing playoff exit against the Toronto Maple Leafs and the key moments of game 6. We discuss the player exit interviews on Saturday and where the Senators need to improve for next season. We also touch on the importance of respect for players in the face of social media criticism, as well as the needs for next se…
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Linus Ullmark Stands Tall as Senators Force Game 6 Back in Ottawa
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33:09In this episode, we discuss another Sens win over the Leafs, 4-0 in Game 5. We focus on key players, game strategies, and the overall atmosphere surrounding the series. We get into the standout performance of goaltender Linus Ulmark, Ridly Greig's ill-timed, ill-advised penalties, and the mental state of the Toronto core players. We also touch on f…
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Senators Live To Fight Another Day; Game 5 Set For Tuesday in Toronto
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35:05In this episode, we discuss the Senators' 4-3 overtime win over the Leafs and look ahead to Game 5 in Toronto. Brady Tkachuk told fans after the game, "We'll be back!" Steve doles out some rare (gasp!) praise for the blue team. Drake Batherson hopes for some redemption in Game 5. And much more!
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Down 3-0: Do the Senators Have Any Magic Left?
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36:29The Sens are in a serious hole, trailing 3-0 in their first-round series against the Leafs after back-to-back 3-2 overtime losses. In this episode, we break down how Ottawa has been second best in some key areas—goaltending, faceoffs, and production from their top scorers. We also dive into Nick Cousins getting fined for his pregame antics, brainst…
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Down 2-0 to Toronto, Can the Senators Still Save the Series?
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44:17In this episode of The Sens Nation Podcast Steve and Gregg break down the Ottawa Senators' rocky start in their first-round NHL playoff series against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Now trailing 2-0 in the series, we analyze the Sens' performance so far — the highs, the lows, and the total defensive breakdown that led to the Leafs’ overtime game-winner. …
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Senators Fall to Toronto in Game 1—Now Comes the Response
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38:51In this episode, we break down the Ottawa Senators’ tough 6-2 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Quarter-Final. From costly penalties to early-game playoff jitters, we dig into what went wrong in Toronto. We also evaluate the goaltending performance of Linus Ullmark, and whether Ottawa's defensive breakdowns put him…
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Battle of Ontario Returns: Sens vs Leafs Playoff Showdown After 21 Years!
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45:12The Battle of Ontario is officially back — playoff style! In this episode, we break down the Ottawa Senators vs. Toronto Maple Leafs first-round matchup, their first postseason meeting in over 21 years. We dive deep into each team's roster strengths and weaknesses, and discuss key players who could spark bad blood in the series. We also look at the…
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Senators Officially Clinch; Gallagher Still Frustrated With Stutzle; Ullmark Tunes Up The Media
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38:29Sens Nation Website: https://www.SensNationHockey.comSupport our show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sensnationpodcastThe Hockey News Ottawa: https://THN.com/ottawaIn this episode of the Sens Nation Podcast, we discuss the Senators officially making the playoffs for the first time in eight years. We talk about the five biggest changes most res…
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Senators Win Third Straight, Third Place Now a Possibility? Alex Ovechkin Sets NHL Goal-Scoring Record
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37:45Ottawa Senators All But Clinch Playoff Spot with Third Straight Win | Status of Brady Tkachuk & Nick Cousins | Alex Ovechkin NHL Goal-Scoring Record The Ottawa Senators secured their third consecutive win, allowing just one goal, and are on the verge of clinching a playoff spot. With the potential to catch Florida for third place, we explore what t…
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Sens Go 0-4 Against Buffalo, Tkachuk Has A New Injury, No Worries On Zetterlund
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44:37In this episode, we break down the Sens' tough 0-4 run against the Buffalo Sabres, and discuss the latest injury news surrounding Brady Tkachuk—now dealing with a new upper-body injury unrelated to his previous issues from the Four Nations. Plus, hear from Fabian Zetterlund, who’s still on the hunt for his first goal as a Senator and has truly put …
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Ottawa Senators Winger Drake Batherson Joins the Show Discuss the Playoff Push
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42:06Warnesy and The Coach are joined by Ottawa Senators winger Drake Batherson! We dive deep into the Sens playoff race, the current standings, and discuss the positive impact of Steve Staios' additions to the team this season. Drake describes his attempt at the iconic Forsberg move in Detroit during the Dad's trip, and we touch on the team's recent in…
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Guest Brad Smyth: Sens Lose to Sabres Again, Hamonic's Struggles & Tkachuk's Health
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42:21In this episode, we’re joined by Brad Smyth from TSN 1200 to discuss all the latest Ottawa Senators news and updates. From the Sens’ 3-2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday to their current playoff push, we dive into the key headlines surrounding the team. Brad shares his thoughts on the recent trades, Travis Hamonic's struggles, Brady Tkachuk’s …
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Big Win In New Jersey, Brady Tkachuk's Status, and Dylan Cozens Faces His Old Club,
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33:53In this episode, we dive into the Ottawa Senators' latest win in New Jersey, shaking off a rough patch with a smooth victory on Saturday night. But now, all eyes are on the upcoming clash with Buffalo, where the Senators will not only battle for two crucial points, but also face off with the team involved in one of the biggest deadline-day trades. …
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Senators' Playoff Push: Zetterlund’s Role, Our Guest is Devils Beat Writer Kristy Flannery
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46:36In this episode, we break down the Ottawa Senators' recent losses to the Montreal Canadiens and Colorado Avalanche, digging into what went wrong. We also preview the Senators' upcoming game against the New Jersey Devils, discussing key updates like line combination changes, player roles, and the latest injury news. We talk about Fabian Zetterlund's…
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Senators Win Sixth Straight, Sweep Season Series With The Leafs
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37:32We delve into the Ottawa Senators' crazy successful run in March, including Saturday's recent victory against the Toronto Maple Leafs. We revisit Fabian Zetterlund's placement on the fourth line and address our listener feedback from YouTube. Josh Norris already missed a game for the Buffalo Sabres due to injury, and we speculate about the circumst…
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With 5 Straight Wins, Ottawa Senators Slide Into The Drivers' Seat in Wild Card Playoff Race
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39:00We dive into the Ottawa Senators’ playoff push and the wildcard race. We break down the Sens’ impressive victories over the Rangers, Wings, Flyers, and Bruins. We talk about Fabian Zetterlund’s weird usage so far, Linus Ullmark’s incredible saves, Drake Batherson’s goal-scoring resurgence, and crucial upcoming matchups against Toronto and Montreal …
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Big Comeback Win Over The Rangers After Bittersweet Deadline Day
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32:17In this episode of the Sens Nation Podcast, we hear from the players involved in a lively Ottawa Senators trade deadline on Friday: Josh Norris, Dylan Cozens, and Fabian Zetterlund. We discuss the emotional impact of these trades on players, including Brady Tkachuk, whose performance and post-game interview were both great on Saturday. We rate the …
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2025 NHL Trade Deadline Recap: Sens Trade Josh Norris For Dylan Cozens
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48:37In this episode, Steve and Gregg dive into the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline, specifically focusing on the Ottawa Senators' moves. The major headlines include Josh Norris being traded to the Buffalo Sabres for Dylan Cozens, and the acquisition of Fabian Zetterlund from the San Jose Sharks. They analyze what the new lineup might look like, discuss Brady T…
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Analysis of Analysis of Ottawa's Victory Over San Jose and Trade Deadline Speculations
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31:11Warnsy and The Coach dig into Ottawa's recent 5-3 victory over the San Jose Sharks, snapping a five-game losing streak. They discuss the details of the game, including Brady Tkachuk's notable celebration and the performance of key players like David Perron. They also touch on a controversial cross-check by Tyler Toffoli on Jake Sanderson. The trade…
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Guest: Andrew Hammond, The Hamburglar Returns! Tkachuk, Norris, and Pinto Also Return
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50:19Welcome to a special episode of The Sens Nation Podcast! We discuss the latest updates on the Ottawa Senators and their upcoming games. This week, we have a special guest - Andrew Hammond, aka the Hamburglar, celebrating the 10th anniversary of his unforgettable run. The Sens get some good news in the health department with the return of Brady Tkac…
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Guest: Belleville Insider David Foot, Senators Struggle Against Habs, Brady Tkachuk Hurt
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50:37In this episode, the Senators return from the 4 Nations Break a bit banged up and rusty, suffering a 5-2 loss to Montreal. We catch up with David Foot for our farm report, diving into the latest updates on some of the club’s top prospects. Plus, we break down the surprising news that Ryan Hartman’s 10-game suspension for slamming Tim Stutzle’s face…
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Guest: Drake Batherson, Canada Wins 4 Nations, Brady Tkachuk Was Fantastic
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51:56On today’s episode, we’re joined by Drake Batherson, our third man in, who gives us the inside scoop on his East Coast training partners and their incredible performance at the Four Nations. We also hear from Sweden’s Linus Ullmark about his experience at the tournament, his health update, and what he’s expecting heading into the stretch run of the…
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Sens Back To Work, Noah Gregor Joins Us, Travis Green Updates Injuries, and 4 Nations Final
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35:44The Senators ended their 4 Nations Face-Off break with a practice on Tuesday. Some key players were still out, but a couple of their depth players returned. That includes winger Noah Gregor, who sat down with us for a post-practice chat. Travis Green updated the media on injuries and had some thoughts about the 4 Nations tournament.…
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Brady Tkachuk Dominant at 4 Nations; Canada vs USA; Crookshank Waits His Turn
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39:28Brady Tkachuk and his brother dominate at 4 Nations; We're amping up for Canada vs USA; More booing the anthem controversy; Crookshank waits his turn; actor Jeff Daniels with great advice for hockey parents.
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Promo Episode of The SWP: Eagles Destroy Chiefs at Super Bowl; Ready for NHL 4 Nations Faceoff
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39:08We present a promotional episode of Steve's other podcast The SWP (explicit language) We discuss Jim 's weird encounter with a weird waiter at a 95th birthday party - a party that caused him to miss the Super Bowl. The Eagles shockingly destroy the Chiefs in Super Bowl 59. The NHL 4 Nations Faceoff is here, which arrives at just the right time for …
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Ottawa Senators Costly Tampa Bay Trip; The Goalie Decision; 4 Nations Faceoff
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43:29We're joined by Graeme Nichols from the Hockey News Ottawa. We discuss a costly trip to Tampa Bay, the latest on injuries, goaltending and 4 Nations decisions, booing the anthem, wild line combinations, trade talk, and 10 games for Ryan Hartman.
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Josh Norris Back on Track? Ullmark Getting Close? Remembering Shawn Simpson
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36:34Josh Norris looks every bit like a man whose career is back on the rails. Is Linus Ullmark finally close to a return? We have differing views on his 4 Nations participation. Nick Cousins is out 6-8 weeks. We talk about why it wasn't a dirty hit. We get into the crazy game against the Washington Capital this week. And we say a few words to remember …
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Ottawa Senators Nordiques-Gate, Weekend Warriors, Elias Pettersson Rumours
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35:41We get into the fan backlash over the Senators playing games in Quebec City and the mascot wearing the Nordiques jersey. Sparta-chat? The Sens are weekend warriors, sweeping three Saturday-Sunday back-to-backs in a row. Brady Tkachuk's stats already put him among the Senators' all-time leaders. And the Sens place one of their wingers on waivers, li…
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Senators Shut Out Twice in a Row, Injury Bug Runs Rampant, Sens Sign Sam Gagner
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37:16The Senators' offence runs dry after a 5-0 loss in New York against the surging Rangers and then a 2-0 loss in Boston. Where has the offence gone? Some of the stats are alarming, and so are the recent run of injuries at just the wrong time. Claude Giroux's car got stolen again. Sam Gagner signs with a PTO with the Belleville Senators.…
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Senators 2-0 Weekend; The Thriller Against Boston; Have They Turned the Corner NOW?
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41:34The Senators go 2-0 with wins over Boston and New Jersey. Have they turned the corner THIS time? Why can't more games be as entertaining as the Bruins game? Thomas Chabot's pre-game ritual may rub some people the wrong way. Steve argues that Claude Giroux should always be on the top power-play unit. We take a far too early look at the standings and…
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Leevi-mania Continues; Return of Jakob Chychrun; Our Interview With Blake Montgomery
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45:00Plenty of Ottawa Senators news to talk about: Leevi Merilainen continues his shockingly excellent play. So what happens when Linus Ullmark gets back? Jakob Chychrun returns to Ottawa. We've got an interview with Sens Draft pick Blake Montgomery, who's ripping it up with the London Knights and a playoff-style atmosphere coming up on Saturday afterno…
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Leevi Merilainen Leads Senators To Back To Back Wins; Steve Staios Provides Mid-Season Update
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41:23Leevi Merilainen wins back to back games, helping the Senators defeat the Dallas Stars 3-2 to stay in the NHL East playoff chase. Until the Sens get healthy, Ottawa's net belongs to Leevi.
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Ridly Greig's New Four-Year Deal; Sens Pound Pittsburgh; Merilainen Thriving Early
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33:05The Senators signed 22-year-old winger Ridly Greig to a four-year deal worth $3.25 million. It's a good deal but Greig will soon need to jack up his offensive numbers to fit his salary. And we think he will. The Sens snapped a 4-game losing slide with a 5-0 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Leevi Merilainen is thriving early. Is he the club's secon…
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Hamonic Injured; Full Injury Update; Road Trip Almost Over
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38:35In this one, as the Sens stumble into 2025 with two losses, head coach Travis Green updates the Senators' injury situation. Travis Hamonic is out for 2-4 weeks. Linus Ullmark is listed as week to week; the nine-game road trip is almost over; Tyler Boucher is showing signs of life in Belleville, Mark Kastelic gets a three-year deal in Boston and aut…
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Ottawa Senators Finish 2024 Strongly; Can They Keep It Going in 2025?
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30:05The Sens closed 2024 with an impressive 11-4-1 mark. Can they keep it going in 2025? And how will they fare if Linus Ullmark is out long term with that back problem? We discuss the blurry goaltending situation in Ottawa. We also get into the line juggling, JBD's healthy scratch for Nik Matinpalo, and the potential return of Artem Zub and Anton Fors…
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The Ottawa Senators Hit The Christmas Break; Their Win Streak Ends; Linus Ullmark Injured
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39:43After a win in Vancouver, the Senators six game winning streak ends with a loss in Edmonton. Linus Ullmark left the game with a sore back. The Sens wind up with a 3-1 mark on the first leg of the 9 game road trip and they’re in a playoff spot with a little breathing room. Some thoughts on Leevi Merilainen, and did Shane Pinto have a hand in the Sen…
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Ottawa Senators Win Streak Reaches Five; Linus Ullmark and a Bloodied Brady Tkachuk Shine Again
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36:03Make it five wins in a row for the Senators, who begin a nine-game road trip with wins in Seattle and Calgary. Linus Ullmark has won seven in a row and now he's out here getting assists on overtime goals. Brady Tkachuk can't stop scoring overtime winners and on Thursday he was spittin' chiclets.
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Ottawa Senators Win Three Straight For First Time All Season; Nine Game Road Trip Coming Up
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28:29The Senators have won five of their last six games. Linus Ullmark is rolling, and it was a big week for Drake Batherson and Shane Pinto. Opportunity knocks for an EBUG and now Leevi Merilainen as the Senators leave on a nine-game road trip starting Tuesday in Seattle. Now that they have a playoff spot, can they hang on to it for a while?…
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Michael Andlauer Unhappy With Brady Tkachuk Trade Talk Out of New York; The Pizza Line Reunion
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45:24Ottawa Senators owner Michael Andlauer isn't happy with the Brady Tkachuk trade talk coming out of New York, describing it as soft tampering. We discuss the Sens 4-2 loss to the Islanders, Anton Forsberg's performance, the penalty kill struggles and Travis Green's cantankerous post-game news conference. The Pizza Line reunion was a success. Former …
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Drake Batherson Joins Us, Yakemchuk Not Picked For World Juniors; The Pizza Line Reunion
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47:06We discuss the Senators' mediocre road trip in California. Carter Yakemchuk almost made an NHL team but wasn't selected to try out for Canada's junior team. Despite his slow start, David Perron's absence is a big deal. Shane Pinto says he knows he needs to be better. And Drake Batherson, our third man in, joins us to talk about the Sens season so f…
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Sens Win Two Straight; Adam Gaudette Now Leads With 11 Goals
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39:22The Sens get a pair of 4-3 wins over Calgary and San Jose. The Sens were outshot and outplayed badly in San Jose. We now know why Dany Heatley is coming to town. Shane Pinto needs a jump start. Two Sens rookies score their first NHL goal in back-to-back games.
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Emotional Damage! Sens Losing Slide Now Five And Counting
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42:34The Sens losing skid hits five with recent losses to Edmonton, Vegas, and Vancouver. Does the captain need to get his emotions in check? The Sens do a ZackFlip , placing Zack MacEwen on waivers and calling up Zack Ostapchuk. Artem Zub may be hurt again. and the Sens put line combinations in a blender again.…
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Steve Staios Full State of the Union Address; Out Interview With Shane Pinto
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28:33In this episode, it's GM Steve Staios and his full state of the union address. We have some thoughts on it and our interview with Shane Pinto from earlier this season.
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Goaltending Concerns AGAIN? Brutal Officiating at Carolina, David Perron Returns
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36:32Linus Ullmark's disastrous outing against the Flyers creates goaltending concerns again. The Senators were victimized by horrible officiating at Carolina. David Perron returns to the lineup, and Dany Heatley says he'll be back in Ottawa next month for the first time in years, leading to wild speculation on why he's in town. Click on the time stamps…
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Sens Blank Toronto 3-0, Nick Jensen Was a Great Pickup, Flyers Up Next
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33:54The Senators have won two in a row, and their 3-0 win in Toronto on Tuesday was one of their most complete 60-minute efforts in a long time. Kenzie Lalonde did a fantastic job as the first woman to call an NHL game in Canada. Nick Jensen has been a great pickup for the Sens, helping to rebalance the roster. Shane Pinto's return has done the same. T…
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Linus Ullmark Wins in Boston Homecoming; Big Night For Brady Tkachuk
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38:20Since our last episode, the Sens lost to the Islanders and defeated Boston impressively on the road, 3-2 in overtime. Linus Ullmark was impressive in his return to Boston. Brady Tkachuk launched team record 12 shots, including the winner and Steve watched the Islanders' game with Pierre Dorion.
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Sens Burned in Buffalo, Ullmark's Slow Start; Defining The Instigator Penalty
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35:26The Senators are home to host the Islanders trying to shake off a beatdown in Buffalo. We discuss the game, some controversial calls, Linus Ullmark's uneven first month and much more.
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Ottawa Senator Captain Brady Tkachuk Ready To Make Changes To "The Old Me"
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42:52Are the Ottawa Senators For Real This Season? They've had good stretches before. Why is this different? We talk about the impressive games against the Rangers and the Kraken. And Brady Tkachuk sounds like a man who's ready to do whatever it takes to make the next step.
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A Forsberg Shutout in Utah; Ullmark Is Still Out; Sens Prep For Vegas
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29:58The Sens fire a blank at Utah. Linus Ullmark misses a fourth straight game. Anton Forsberg comes up big. Artem Zub missed a third straight game. When he comes back, who’s out? Nick Jensen shows some offensive upside. And much more.
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Sens Hold Off Tampa; Ullmark To Return For Road Trip
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31:49The Senators weathered the storm in Linus Ullmark's absence, going 2-1, including a 5-4 win over Tampa Bay on Saturday. Ullmark is back and will join the team for a three-game road trip that starts Tuesday in Utah. Jake Sanderson's stock continues to rise. And the Sens' big guns are all getting their points across early.…
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