Author: Kaitlyn Leboutillier
Senators Cling to Playoff Hopes Amid Goalie and Scoring Woes
- Kaitlyn Leboutillier
- January 8, 2025
After going 4-4-1 on their nine-game make-or-break road road trip, the Ottawa Senators are still holding on to their playoff hopes. However, among goalie inconsistency and scoring issues, something may need to change. The Senators picked up an important point last night in an overtime loss to the Detroit Red Wings. Ottawa is now sitting […]
Read MoreWhy the Senators Need a Win in Detroit
- Kaitlyn Leboutillier
- January 4, 2025
The Ottawa Senators need to finish their road trip with a win. While that might sound dramatic, this game could change the momentum of their whole season. It may just be another game against the Red Wings, but it might be one we look back at and say, “That was the turning point.”
Read More2025 World Junior Championship: Switzerland Beats Kazakhstan to Advance to Quarterfinals
- Kaitlyn Leboutillier
- January 1, 2025
Switzerland took the lead early with a power play goal and never looked back, ultimately defeating Kazakhstan 3-1 to secure a spot in the quarterfinals. The stakes were high for both teams, as the loser would be relegated to play Germany in a single-elimination game for survival. For Kazakhstan, staying at the championship level would […]
Read More2025 World Junior Championship: Team USA Players to Watch
- Kaitlyn Leboutillier
- December 23, 2024
The United States is looking for back-to-back World Junior Championship (WJC) gold medals and has built an experienced team with ten returning players. As they chase a medal at this year’s tournament, these five players to watch could make or break their run. Related: A Quick Guide to the 2025 World Junior Championship Trey Augustine […]
Read MoreOttawa Senators Need To Find It on the Road Before Challenging Trip Ahead
- Kaitlyn Leboutillier
- December 15, 2024
For the Ottawa Senators, home-ice advantage might mean more than it should. The Sens have been noticeably better when playing in Ottawa, stealing games against stronger opponents, than when playing on the road. Ottawa is 10-7 at home, even with a three-game skid at home in November, and 5-8 on the road. Whether it is […]
Read MoreSenators Turning the Corner: Key Wins Over Bruins and Leafs Signal Growth and Optimism
- Kaitlyn Leboutillier
- November 14, 2024
The Ottawa Senators have won their last two games and are starting to look more like the team fans hoped they would be. After a promising opening night, the Senators fell flat, finding themselves with a 6-7 record before their recent trip to Boston. The inter-divisional match-up was a big game for two underwhelming teams […]
Read MoreOpposite Ends: Swayman and Ullmark to Face Off in Boston
- Kaitlyn Leboutillier
- November 9, 2024
Tonight, one of the better goalie tandems in recent history is reuniting. Only they will be on opposite ends of the ice. In 2023, Jeremy Swayman and Linus Ullmark helped the Boston Bruins make history, completing the season with an all-time league record of 65 wins. Last year, they once again led their team to […]
Read MorePWHL Looking to Expand as Early as Next Season
- Kaitlyn Leboutillier
- October 30, 2024
The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) is looking to add two new teams to the league as early as the 2025-2026 season, Amy Schneer, PWHL SVP of Business Operations announced on Tuesday, October 29.
Read MoreOttawa Senators: What’s Working, What’s Missing
- Kaitlyn Leboutillier
- October 28, 2024
The Sens started their season off with a bang, taking a home victory over the now division leaders, in the Florida Panthers. After game one, save for some stamina issues, this team was looking promising.
Read MorePromising Start: Senators Claim Home Opener Against Defending Champs
- Kaitlyn Leboutillier
- October 11, 2024
The Ottawa Senators kicked off their season with an impressive 3-1 victory over the defending Stanley Cup champions, the Florida Panthers. While the win showcases the potential of this young team, it also highlights areas needing improvement. From standout performances to late-game stamina concerns, here are the key takeaways from the Senators’ opening game of […]
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