In this episode, we discuss how the Senators have officially agreed to purchase land for a new arena. The process has been slow, and there are still hurdles to clear. We get expansion fees for NHL teams that are reportedly about to skyrocket, potentially limiting future Canadian franchises. According to his dad, Brady Tkachuk is committed to staying with the Senators long-term. Training camp will focus more on line combinations rather than roster battles. In fact, we wonder if there are any battles at all.

In this episode of the SENS Nation podcast, former Ottawa Senator Mark Borowiecki discusses his transition to development coaching with the Nashville Predators, reflecting on his experiences in the NHL, the evolution of fighting in hockey, and the challenges faced by young athletes today. He shares insights on the Ottawa Senators' recent seasons, the leadership of Brady Tkachuk, and the coaching styles of Guy Boucher and DJ Smith. Mark also opens up about his health post-career and answers fun questions about the game.

00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates

02:49 Development Coaching Insights

05:52 The Evolution of Fighting in Hockey

09:04 Challenges Facing Young Athletes Today

12:09 Reflections on the Nashville Predators' Season

14:59 Ottawa Senators' Playoff Journey

17:58 Brady Tkachuk's Leadership and Impact

20:53 Memories of the 2017 Playoff Run

22:34 The Struggles of Recovery

23:35 Health and Well-Being Post-Career

25:40 Reflections on Coaching Styles

30:26 Transitioning from Boucher to Smith

33:41 Navigating Controversial Situations

36:17 Greatest Goal Scorers and Toughest Opponents

39:14 The Copycat Nature of the NHL

Hit the subscribe button so you know exactly when new episodes drop. Visit our sponsors at https://www.jimkeayford.com for your next vehicle and https://www.celebright.ca for permanent holiday lighting on your home.Show website: https://www.sensnationhockey.comFollow Steve at @stevewarnemediaIn this episode, we discuss various topics surrounding Team Canada's orientation camp and Drake Batherson's omission, despite outscoring half the forwards who were invited. We also get into the recent accidental reveal of the team's third jersey. Is it time to beef up the Ring of Honour for the Senators, even if some of the candidates aren't perfect? We discuss the breakout year and new contract for Nikolas Matinpalo, which may not result in a return to a regular NHL job this fall. The conversation concludes with insights from the World Junior Summer Showcase, emphasizing the importance of evaluating young talent in the most competitive environment possible.00:00 Team Canada's Orientation Camp Insights11:18 The Ottawa Senators' Stanley Cup Aspirations17:42 The Third Jersey Accidentally Revealed20:03 The Ring of Honour Dilemma25:43 Nikolas Matinpalo's Breakout Year31:57 World Junior Summer Showcase Highlights

In this episode, we talk about the impact of David Perron on the team roster and where he fits in at this point. We talk about Carter Yakemchuk and whether we're shortchanging his chances of making the team. Travis Green had a fabulous first season as head coach. Is he the man to lead them to the promised land? And much more...

The 2018 World Junior Team trial is now over. Former Senators winger Alex Formenton and four other players have been found not guilty. Sports legal analyst Eric Macramalla joins us to discuss the legal facts and interpretations in the case and what's next.

In this episode, we discuss the conclusion of the World Junior Trial involving five players from Team Canada, who were acquitted of sexual assault charges. We get into the implications of the trial's outcome for the players' futures in the NHL, including former Senator Alex Formenton. The conversation also touches on Sens bounce-back candidates for the upcoming season, excitement for the Winter Olympics, and the coaching staff for Team Canada, highlighting Ottawa connections. And Christian Jaros returns to the NHL.

In this episode, we discuss the young talents of Tim Stutzle and Jake Sanderson. We explore the importance of internal growth for the team's success, and how hard that is to predict. We get into Shane Pinto and Leevi Merilainen's contract situations next summer, and the impact of injuries on player performance. We also get into goaltending with Linus Ullmark and Leevi Merilainen, the future of Nick Jensen, the potential risks of players participating in the Olympics, and why superstar junior players so often can't get a sniff in the NHL. The episode concludes with a tribute to former NHL goaltender Wayne Thomas.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:23 Stutzle and Sanderson recognized among NHL's best

05:30 The Growth Potential of Young Players

09:19 Internal Growth vs. External Additions

12:05 Shane Pinto's Contract Situation

16:15 Comparing Shane Pinto to Past Players

20:12 The Goaltending Situation

23:28 Future Free Agents and Their Impact

29:13 Brady Tkachuk's Health Update

31:57 Concerns About Players in International Competitions

34:58 Remembering Wayne Thomas and Closing Thoughts

In this episode, a quick update on Gregg's weekend in Montreal as coach of Lebanon's national men's team. We get into some speculation about Mason McTavish's future and whether Dylan Cozens can get it done as the Sens' second-line center. We discuss the role of Sens' oldest four players, who will all be north of 35, developments in the PWHL, and a viral moment involving Nick Tarnasky. We also touch on the NHL's decentralized draft and its implications for the league.

00:00 Introduction and Team Lebanon Update

02:59 NHL Free Agency Speculation

05:48 Mason McTavish's Potential Impact

09:08 Dylan Cozens, Shane Pinto and the 2nd line center job

12:11 The Role of Veteran Players

14:48 Ottawa Charge and PWHL Developments

17:43 BANG! Nick Tarnasky's Viral Moment

20:45 Decentralized NHL Draft Discussion

In this episode, we discuss the Senators' offseason moves, including free agency decisions, player departures, and new additions. We get into the team's goaltending situation, evaluating the current roster and future prospects, particularly focusing on right-shot defensemen. We also compare young defensemen Logan Hensler and Carter Yakenchuk, highlighting their potential impact on the team's future. 00:00 Offseason Moves and Free Agency Overview09:25 Evaluating Player Departures and New Additions18:26 Goaltending Situation and Future Prospects24:04 Right Shot Defensemen: Current Roster and Future Prospects29:45 Comparing Young Defensemen: Hensler vs. Yakemchuk35:25 Final Thought

In this episode, Steve Warne and Gregg Kennedy discuss the recent contract signing of Claude Giroux with the Senators, analyzing its implications for the team. They delve into the strategic acquisition of defenseman Jordan Spence and the smart trades made by Steve Staios during the NHL draft. The conversation also covers the Senators' draft picks, highlighting their potential and character. Additionally, the hosts critique the NHL draft presentation, expressing disappointment in its execution and format, while looking ahead to future developments in free agency and team strategy.