The Sick Podcast - Sens Spotlight: Ottawa Senators

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss what led to Brady Tkachuk’s departure from the Ottawa Senators, how the team should go about selecting their next captain, which players present the best cases to wear the “C”, Drake Batherson and Artyom Zub’s contract extensions, the Sens starting the season with 3 goaltenders and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, president of hockey operations and general manager for the Ottawa Senators Steve Staois joins Alex Adams to discuss Brady Tkachuk leaving, who will be the next captain, Drake Batherson's next contract, Daniel Alfredsson leaving, Claude Giroux returning, when the Senators want to compete for a Cup, why the Sens got William Eklund and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss where the Ottawa Senators' goals will come from, playoff expectations, Drake Batherson's next contract, William Eklund's potential, lineup options, & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Shayna Goldman joins Alex Adams to discuss Brady Tkachuk’s exit from the Ottawa Senators, player empowerment, the William Eklund trade, Drake Batherson’s next contract, Ottawa’s offseason strategy, Steve Staios’ tenure & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss Drake Batherson's next contract, Ottawa Senators salary cap strategy, organizational development, Belleville's importance, Atlantic Division competition, NHL contract trends & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Julien Paquette joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators' offseason, Daniel Alfredsson's departure, Brady Tkachuk's podcast fallout, Drake Batherson's future, Carter Yakimchuk's upside, Linus Ullmark's outlook, playoff expectations & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Nicolas St-Pierre joins Alex Adams to discuss which player would be best suited to become the next captain of the Ottawa Senators, the major distraction that was Brady Tkachuk, the return of Claude Giroux, the comfort level with the current goaltending, what the lineup would resemble if the next season started today and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the shocking departure of Ottawa Senators legend Daniel Alfredsson, what ultimately made him side with the Toronto Maple Leafs, the defeats piling on in Ottawa this offseason, Claude Giroux’s diminished yet critical role with the Sens next season and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Alex Adams discusses the Toronto Maple Leafs hiring Daniel Alfredsson as their associate head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Alex Adams discusses Claude Giroux returning to the Ottawa Senators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Jason Bukala joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators’ draft strategy, the upside of 1st round picks Jonas Lagerberg Hoen and Jaxon Cover, a potential later round steal, how the Sens handled Brady Tkachuk’s departure, William Eklund’s ultimate ceiling, Carter Yakemchuk facing more pressure this season and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Alex Adams recaps the Free Agency much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators’ offseason thus far, how William Eklund fits in Ottawa, the puzzling moves to bring in Andre Burakovsky and Samuel Ersson, just how much Brady’s departure hurts the Sens, Drake Batherson’s contract extension, the possibility of offer sheets, the Atlantic division getting much stronger and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Alex Adams discusses the Ottawa Senators drafting Jonas Lagerberg Hoen with the 25th overall pick and Jaxon Cover with the 32nd overall pick in the 2026 NHL draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Alex Adams reacts to the signing of defenceman Jordan Spence to a 4-year, $5 million AAV contract extension with the Ottawa Senators! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Julian McKenzie of The Athletic joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators' future after trading Brady Tkachuk, William Eklund's fit, offseason roster moves, Carter Yakemchuk's development, backup goaltending options, captaincy candidates & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Alex Adams discusses the Ottawa Senators' acquisition of forwards William Eklund, Kasper Halttunen and Brandon Svoboda from the San Jose Sharks for a 1st-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators trading Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers, what led to the blockbuster deal, Steve Staios' handling of the situation, Jake Sanderson's emergence as the team's leader, Ottawa's next moves with the 9th overall pick, roster-building priorities moving forward & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Alex Adams discusses the Ottawa Senators trading Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers, Steve Staois' press conference following the trade and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Alex Adams discusses the Ottawa Senators trading Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Graham Creech, host of Senators Pre and Post Game Show on TSN 1200, joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators offseason priorities, potential scoring upgrades, Jordan Spence’s future, Carter Yakemchuk’s development, Brady Tkachuk trade speculation, Drake Batherson extension talks, Artem Zub’s fit, Ottawa Senators goaltending options, Dylan Cozens’ role & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Luke Gazdic joins Alex Adams to discuss the Carolina Hurricanes’ Stanley Cup win, Ottawa Senators playoff lessons, Tim Stützle’s growth, Ottawa Senators roster needs, Carter Yakemchuk’s development, Jordan Spence’s future, Drake Batherson’s next contract, Brady Tkachuk’s long-term outlook & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' Stanley Cup victory, lessons for the Ottawa Senators, Jordan Spence trade speculation, the Ottawa Senators roster construction & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Jason Bukala joins Alex Adams to discuss the 2026 NHL Draft, Ottawa Senators prospect targets at No. 32, Logan Hensler’s development, Carter Yakemchuk’s NHL future, goaltending prospects, Stephen Halliday’s rise, offseason priorities for the Ottawa Senators, potential roster upgrades & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss Dylan Larkin’s trade rumors, the Detroit Red Wings’ uncertainty, Mike Babcock’s NHL future, Connor McDavid’s influence on management decisions, the Ottawa Senators ownership commitment, downtown arena challenges, Drake Batherson extension talks, the Ottawa Senators offseason priorities, NHL trade market expectations & more!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Julian McKenzie of The Athletic joins Alex Adams to discuss Ottawa Senators arena plans, Michael Andlauer’s vision, Gatineau fan outreach, LeBreton Flats uncertainty, Ottawa Senators offseason priorities, Jordan Spence contract projections, Carter Yakemchuk’s development, Drake Batherson extension talks, Artem Zub’s future, roster-building strategy & more!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators' playoff ceiling, Florida Panthers threat, Atlantic Division race, playoff format debate, trade market, Claude Giroux’s future, Ottawa Senators goalie options, right-shot defense needs & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Shane Malloy joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators' draft philosophy, Steve Staios’ patient approach, Carter Yakemchuk’s development, Logan Hensler’s upside, Ottawa Senators defensive depth, NHL Draft strategy, prospect evaluation, asset management, Ottawa Senators future blue line & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Nicolas St-Pierre of Dans le Vestiaire joins Alex Adams to discuss Claude Giroux’s Ottawa Senators future, Ottawa Senators offseason priorities, Tim Stützle’s superstar ceiling, Brady Tkachuk trade speculation, Linus Ullmark support, Toronto Maple Leafs dysfunction, Montreal Canadiens playoff reality, Ottawa Senators roster construction & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Alex Adams discusses all things Ottawa Senators! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the priorities for the Ottawa Senators' offseason, if they should focus on adding a forward or defenceman, potential players they could target and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Julien Paquette joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators' offseason plans, why the Ottawa Senators should extend Drake Batherson, the Ottawa Charge and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Nicolas St-Pierre of Dans le Vestiaire joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators' offseason priorities, Brady Tkachuk’s future, Jake Sanderson’s rise, Thomas Chabot’s development, Jordan Spence trade possibilities, Matthew Knies rumours, NHL roster building philosophy & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Callum Fraser joins Alex Adams to discuss the busy offseason awaiting Ottawa Senators general manager Steve Staios, challenging dilemmas regarding the core players, potential trade chips, urgent areas to improve and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Julian McKenzie joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators' offseason outlook, Brady Tkachuk’s future, roster decisions, contract priorities, trade possibilities & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators’ offseason outlook, roster decisions, powerplay struggles, future of the core, contract questions & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators’ playoff sweep by the Carolina Hurricanes, power play struggles, injuries' impact, star players underperforming, offseason questions & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators collapse versus the Carolina Hurricanes, power play struggles, Tim Stützle’s performance, playoff adversity, key injuries, offseason outlook & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators game 2 loss against the Carolina Hurricanes and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators in game 1 of the playoff series versus the Caroline Hurricanes, the loss of Artem Zub, what changes need to be made heading into game 2 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators’ upcoming playoff matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes, which team has the upper hand, potential X-factors, keys to victory for the Sens and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Alex Adams previews the Ottawa Senators upcoming round 1 playoff series against the Carolina Hurricanes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators making the playoffs, their loss to the New Jersey Devils, potential matchups for the playoffs and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Alex Adams discusses the Ottawa Senators making the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators win over the New York Islanders, the great job the coaching staff has done, Jake Sanderson, which matchup would be best in the playoffs and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Graeme Nichols joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators win over the Florida Panthers, Brady Tkachuk's ice time, potential playoff matchups for the Sens and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Graham Creech, host of Senators Pre and Post Game Show on TSN 1200, joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators’ playoff push, Linus Ullmark’s turnaround, Brady Tkachuk’s resurgence, lineup depth heading into the postseason & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators’ dominant win over the Tampa Bay Lightning, Jake Sanderson’s elite impact, Linus Ullmark’s mental health journey, the team’s playoff push & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Jamie McLennan joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators’ push for a playoff spot, Travis Green’s admirable work this season, the team’s leaders elevating their games when it matters most, Brady Tkachuk’s off-ice distractions, Linus Ullmark’s personal struggles and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Alex Adams to discuss the Ottawa Senators massive win versus the Carolina Hurricanes and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices