Point Per Game Skater Return — after not having one last season and their rise in the Atlantic continuing to occur, expect a skater with over a point per game production in the lineup.
Zetterlund Thrives Back East — not comparing the Swedish winger to Adam Gaudette, but Zetterlund thrived as a dark horse producer in New Jersey. That same offense could return in a full season with Ottawa.
Giroux Stays Beyond This Season — as the Senators become more of a contender, the Ottawa native will stay beyond the big bonus season.
Cozens Comfortable as Workhorse — a full season of Cozens in Ottawa will make him relive the workhorse nickname he developed in the WHL. Such a steal to get him out of Buffalo.
Perron Bottom Six Merchant — a great veteran presence hoping for more action this year in a contract year.
Pinto Becomes 2C — another contract year skater ready to breakout. Expect Shane Pinto to be full time in the top six by the end of the regular season.
Sanderson > Chabot — this becomes as real as it gets. Still admire Chabot and view him as the top d-man, but if Sanderson makes the Olympic roster and Chabot does not, this could solidify that.
Zub Moved in Cap Clearing Move — the often injured right hand defender could be a new uniform after this season
Sheppard Sees Action — it’s a matter of when and not if. He won back to back Calder Cups, could see a dozen games.
Kayliev is new Gaudette — Tik Tok scandal aside, Staios brought in one of his junior products. He could break out in a big way on his new squad.
Spence Sees Top Minutes — him with one of Sanderson or Chabot would be an explosive speedy yet undersized pair of two day producers.
Matinpolo Makes Olympics — Finland struggled with defensive help in the Four Nations, he will be a lock.
Yakemchuk Gets 9 Games — could be fun trail run to see him in the lineup this season.
Hensler Thrives in NCAA — shocked how late he went in round one, this may pay off.
Ullmark Unreal — could see a rebound to his Boston years.
Pinto Point Production — career year watch is on him.
MacEwen & Phino Fight for Minutes — it’ll be a veteran battle at the bottom of the roster.
Sens Buy More Defense — they will need more quality for the postseason.
Boucher Out of Time — it might be easier said than done for bust Boucher.
Thomson in Final Stretch — must prove himself as he is back in Ottawa.
Soggard Sees Final Season — also approaching bust territory.
Bourgault Gets Time to Shine — another year away from boom or bust territory.
Stützle Keeps Diver Reputation — for the drama and relevance of the German Olympian.
Senators Finish Top Five in PMs — loaded with fighters and gritty skaters.
Tkachuk Hits 35 Across the Board — 35 goals, 35 assists, 35 penalty minutes is the minimum expected.

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These bots are annoying AF.

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These bots are annoying AF.

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The only safe prediction is an interesting battle for 4th in the Unatlantic division.

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The only safe prediction is an interesting battle for 4th in the Unatlantic division.

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it would be too much to pay for DC to be a winger. If Pinto is that elevated he will be paid for it, and one of them will unfortunately most likely need to be traded.

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it would be too much to pay for DC to be a winger. If Pinto is that elevated he will be paid for it, and one of them will unfortunately most likely need to be traded.

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it would be too much to pay for DC to be a winger. If Pinto is that elevated he will be paid for it and one of them will unfortunately most likely need to be traded.

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High expectations for Zetterlund. Will be disappointed if he is not given a shot at skating with Tkachuk and Timmy. His down low play will create more space for Tkachuk in the money zone.

Agree with Pinto projections. He was incredibly effective against Matthews in the playoffs. Does Dylan Cozens move to the wing on the second line?

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High expectations for Zetterlund. Will be disappointed if he is not given a shot at skating with Tkachuk and Timmy. His down low play will create more space for Tkachuk in the money zone.

Agree with Pinto projections. He was incredibly effective against Matthews in the playoffs. Does Dylan Cozens move to the wing on the second line?

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