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Stephen Halliday • C • Senators

Stephen Halliday Injured Sunday

Ottawa Senators forward Stephen Halliday (undisclosed) didn't finish Sunday's 7-1 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights. He left the game in the third period after Golden Knights forward Tomas Hertl hit him into the stanchion. It was an unfortunate end to a big performance, as Halliday was one of the stars in the win. The 23-year-old had his first career multi-goal game, finishing with two goals and one assist. Halliday recently entered the lineup as a replacement for David Perron (groin). He has made 21 appearances this season, scoring three goals and 10 points. Senators captain Brady Tkachuk commented after the game that Halliday "feels good, feels okay. So hopefully it's nothing too severe." Still, the rookie could miss some time.

2 days ago

Linus Ullmark • G • Senators

Linus Ullmark Dresses as Backup Sunday

Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark (personal) will return to the lineup on Sunday against the Vegas Golden Knights, Julian McKenzie of The Athletic reports. Ullmark, who has missed 14 games for personal reasons, will dress as Mads Sogaard's backup. He hasn't played for the Senators since Dec. 27. Ottawa has a light two-game week coming up, but we will likely see Ullmark's return to action soon. The former Vezina Trophy winner has posted a 14-8-5 record this season, allowing 2.95 goals with a .881 save percentage. A couple of weeks before exiting the lineup, Ullmark notched his first shutout of the season against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

2 days ago

David Perron • LW • Senators

David Perron to Miss 5-7 Weeks Due to Hernia Surgery

Ottawa Senators winger David Perron will be out for 5-7 weeks because of a sports hernia that will require surgery. Stephen Halliday will replace Perron in the lineup on Thursday against the Nashville Predators. Perron has been hot offensively in recent games, posting two goals and two assists in four appearances. For the season, he has totaled 25 points (10 goals, 15 assists) in 49 contests. If Perron can recover in five weeks, he could be back in the Senators lineup right after the Olympic break. Halliday has contributed six assists in 18 NHL appearances this season. He has been a point-per-game player in the AHL.

5 days ago

Shane Pinto • C • Senators

Shane Pinto Available Monday

Ottawa Senators center Shane Pinto (lower body) was activated from Injured Reserve and is set to play in Monday's tilt against the Columbus Blue Jackets. He was labeled a game-time decision earlier in the day. A lower-body injury sidelined Pinto for 10 games. Despite his multi-week absence, Pinto remains Ottawa's third-highest goal-scorer with 13 markers. In 27 outings, he has also had six assists. Defenseman Tyler Kleven (lower body), who has missed three games, is also available on Monday night.

Dec 29

Linus Ullmark • G • Senators

Linus Ullmark Takes Leave of Absence

Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark has taken a leave of absence for personal reasons, general manager Steve Staios announced Sunday. Ottawa will return to action on Monday night against the Columbus Blue Jackets, and it's unclear how long Ullmark will be away from his team. The former Vezina Trophy winner has posted a 14-8-5 record this season, allowing 2.95 goals with a .881 save percentage and one shutout. Ottawa's backup Leevi Merilainen, who is 4-6-0 for the campaign, may see an increased workload in the coming games.

Dec 28

Fabian Zetterlund • LW • Senators

Fabian Zetterlund Extends Scoring Streak With Three-Point Effort

Ottawa Senators winger Fabian Zetterlund tallied a season-high three points in Sunday's 6-2 win over the Boston Bruins. He potted a pair of power-play markers and set up Tim Stutzle for a goal. After a couple of poor months to start the season, Zetterlund has finally found some form on the offensive end in December. Nine of his 16 points have come this month. He has notched nine goals and seven assists in 35 games this season. Entering the new week, Zetterlund boasts a three-game point streak, his longest since January. While Zetterlund isn't a very reliable fantasy option, he currently looks like an appealing pickup as a member of Ottawa's first line and second power-play unit.

Dec 22

Linus Ullmark • G • Senators

Linus Ullmark Blanks Penguins Thursday

Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark recorded his first shutout of the season in Thursday's 4-0 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins, finishing with 24 saves. The 2023 Vezina Trophy winner won his third consecutive start and improved to 13-8-4 for the season. He has registered a 2.89 goals-against average and a .884 save percentage. Ullmark currently has the worst save percentage of his NHL career, which shows that it has not been smooth sailing for him this season. However, he has improved it to .913 this month, offering fantasy managers hope that the Swedish veteran could have a strong second half of the campaign.

Dec 19

Lars Eller • C • Senators

Lars Eller to Miss at Least Three More Weeks

Ottawa Senators center Lars Eller (foot) will be sidelined for at least three more weeks, head coach Travis Green said on Wednesday. Green revealed that Eller broke his foot against the Columbus Blue Jackets a week ago. Eller recently saw time on the second line, but even that didn't get him going for this season. The Danish veteran has managed just two goals and four assists across 28 games. In his absence, Stephen Halliday has filled in for the past two outings, but he doesn't carry any fantasy value.

Dec 18

Thomas Chabot • D • Senators

Thomas Chabot Remains Out Thursday

Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot (upper body) has been ruled out for Thursday's matchup against the Pittsburgh Penguins. He remains on Injured Reserve with an upper-body problem. Chabot last played on Nov. 22, and he could soon be available to re-enter the lineup, as the 28-year-old returned to practice on Wednesday. The injury has disrupted a superb campaign for Chabot, who amassed 10 points (two goals, eight assists), 22 shots, and 36 blocks in 18 outings with a plus-five rating when he was healthy. Nikolas Matinpalo has played regularly during Chabot's absence, but his production hasn't been anywhere near the same level.

Dec 18

Tim Stützle • LW • Senators

Tim Stutzle Records Three Assists in Dramatic Win

Ottawa Senators forward Tim Stutzle recorded three assists as the team beat the Winnipeg Jets 3-2 in overtime on Monday night. The Senators were facing defeat with only a couple of minutes left to play in the third period. Yet, Jake Sanderson sent the game into the extra frame with a goal 1:54 from the end of regulation, and Brady Tkachuk delivered Ottawa the victory in overtime. Nick Cousins also scored in the contest, helping Stutzle post his third three-point game of the season. The Senators have alternated between wins and losses lately, but Stutzle has been consistent with his production, and it has been outstanding. The German star has finished with multiple points in four consecutive games. Another such effort on Thursday against the Pittsburgh Penguins would tie Stutzle for the longest multi-point streak in franchise history. During the hot streak, Stutzle has become Ottawa's leading scorer, posting 33 points (15 goals, 18 assists) in 32 appearances this season.

Dec 16

Lars Eller • C • Senators

Lars Eller Departs Early Versus Blue Jackets

Ottawa Senators center Lars Eller (lower body) may face another spell on the sidelines after getting hurt in Thursday's 6-3 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Eller played in his second game since returning from an undisclosed injury, and his day at the office ended early after Eller blocked a shot from Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski in the second period. Eller has next to no fantasy value, but he has added a lot of experience to the improving Senators team, while posting an outstanding 60.5 percent success rate in the faceoff circle. The Danish veteran has recorded six points (two goals, four assists) in 28 games. Stephen Halliday will get a chance to play on the fourth line if Eller misses Saturday's tilt against the Minnesota Wild.

Dec 12

Shane Pinto • C • Senators

Shane Pinto to Miss Two Weeks

Ottawa Senators center Shane Pinto (lower body) will miss two weeks of action. He was injured in Thursday's loss to the New York Rangers and has been placed on Injured Reserve ahead of Saturday's matchup against the St. Louis Blues. In a corresponding move, Ottawa recalled Hayden Hodgson from the minors. Pinto has been Ottawa's best goal-scorer this season with 12 markers in 27 games. He has added eight assists. On Saturday, Ridly Greig will replace Pinto as the third-line center. While Greig has some offensive upside, fantasy managers certainly can't expect him to provide similar production to Pinto. Greig has recorded eight points (two goals, six assists) in 22 appearances.

Dec 6

Shane Pinto • C • Senators

Shane Pinto Exits Loss With Injury

Ottawa Senators center Shane Pinto (lower body) didn't finish Thursday's 4-2 loss to the New York Rangers. He had to exit the game in the first period due to a lower-body injury, logging only 5:07 of action. Pinto has had a great campaign with the Senators, scoring a team-high 12 goals and amassing 18 points. Ottawa lost Lars Eller (undisclosed) before Thursday's game, and the team's center depth will be tested if Pinto were to miss time. The Senators will return to action on Saturday at home against the St. Louis Blues.

Dec 5

Brady Tkachuk • LW • Senators

Brady Tkachuk Officially Available Friday

Ottawa Senators forward Brady Tkachuk (thumb) has been activated from Injured Reserve and will end a 20-game absence on Friday against the St. Louis Blues. The Senators captain registered three assists, 10 shots, and 10 hits in three games before injuring his thumb against the Nashville Predators on Oct. 13. He will replace Lars Eller in the top six, with the Danish veteran set to center the fourth line on Friday. Tkachuk, who grew up in St. Louis, has posted eight points (four goals, four assists) in 11 career games against the Blues, but has finished three consecutive road outings in the matchup scoreless.

Nov 28

Brady Tkachuk • LW • Senators

Brady Tkachuk Aims to Return Friday

Ottawa Senators forward Brady Tkachuk (thumb) is set to return to action on Friday against the St. Louis Blues. The Senators captain announced his plan to return on the "Wingmen" podcast, which he co-hosts with his brother, Matthews Tkachuk (groin) of the Florida Panthers. "We have to check some boxes but everything looks good for Friday," Tkachuk said. Tkachuk underwent thumb surgery on Oct. 16 after making only three appearances this season. On Friday, Tkachuk is likely to land straight back on the top line and the first power-play unit.

Nov 27

Thomas Chabot • D • Senators

Thomas Chabot to Remain Out Wednesday

Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot (upper body) will be absent for a fifth time in six games on Wednesday night against the Vegas Golden Knights. He remains day-to-day with a lingering upper-body issue. Nikolas Matinpalo took Chabot's spot in the Senators defense on Monday against the Los Angeles Kings and is poised to stay in the lineup for Wednesday's contest. In Monday's 2-1 loss, Martinpalo recorded an assist, but he isn't known as a regular scorer. Jordan Spence is filling in for Chabot on the second power-play unit and could draw some fantasy interest on Wednesday against a team with a mediocre penalty-killing record.

Nov 27

Ridly Greig • C • Senators

Ridly Greig Still Out Monday

Ottawa Senators forward Ridly Greig (undisclosed) will skip a third straight game on Monday versus the Los Angeles Kings. Greig had been ever-present in the Senators lineup before suffering an undisclosed injury ahead of a seven-game road trip. He has contributed two goals and six assists in 19 appearances. Graig's absence has allowed Stephen Halliday to make his first career NHL appearances, but he has averaged only a handful of minutes per game. At the same time, Lars Eller has seen increased ice time as a member of the top six.

Nov 24

Thomas Chabot • D • Senators

Thomas Chabot Misses Monday's Matchup

Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot (upper body) won't play on Monday night against the Los Angeles Kings. Over the weekend, Chabot made an early return from an upper-body injury, but he re-aggravated the issue and will now be absent for a fourth time in five games. Chabot has recorded 10 points (two goals, eight assists), 22 shots, and 36 blocks in 18 outings this season. Nikolas Matinpalo (undisclosed) is set to replace him in the Senators lineup on Monday, returning from a one-game absence. Meanwhile, Jordan Spence will see a boost in playing time.

Nov 24

Thomas Chabot • D • Senators

Thomas Chabot Available Against Sharks

Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot (upper body) has been activated from Injured Reserve and is set to play on Saturday night against the San Jose Sharks. The former All-Star recently suffered an upper-body injury, and initial reports suggested that he would be unavailable for two weeks. Yet, Chabot ended up sitting out only three games. Once again, Chabot is carrying a heavy load in the Senators defense this season, averaging close to 22 minutes of ice time. He has recorded 10 points (two goals, eight assists), 19 shots, 35 blocks, and 11 hits in 17 outings. Chabot will likely fill his usual duties on the second defensive pairing and the second power-play unit against the Sharks.

Nov 22

Lars Eller • C • Senators

Lars Eller Available Thursday

Ottawa Senators center Lars Eller (undisclosed) is expected to play on Thursday night against the Anaheim Ducks. On Wednesday, Senators head coach Travis Green suggested that Eller will likely miss the meeting with the Ducks, but he has been listed on Ottawa's projected roster. Instead of Eller, Ridly Greig (undisclosed) will exit the lineup, with Stephen Halliday coming in for his NHL debut. Eller has posted six points (two goals, four assists) in 19 games this season. However, he has been on a dry spell since the calendar flipped to November, going scoreless in seven games.

Nov 20

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