Just a couple months ago, Nikolas Matinpalo was a complete afterthought in the world of the Ottawa Senators. Well, maybe not a complete afterthought; I’m sure the fanbase was appreciative of him ...

Hamonic (undisclosed) is expected to play Saturday versus New Jersey, per TSN 1200 Ottawa. Hamonic didn't end up missing a full game after exiting Thursday's 5-1 loss to Colorado in the third period.

Hamonic scored his first goal of the season and added an assist in Tuesday's 6-3 loss to the Canadiens. The veteran blueliner snapped a 75-game goal drought, with his last tally coming Dec. 15, 2023 ...