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THE SENS NATION JOURNAL


The Senators ARE Who They Think They Are
Fragile. I can't imagine a more insulting word to describe a professional hockey team. It means weak, breakable, delicate, dainty. Yet we...

Steve Warne | Sens Nation Hockey
Feb 12, 2021


Trying (and Failing) to Figure Out the Sens Personnel Decisions
I’m convinced that each morning, Pierre Dorion rolls out of bed, picks up a coffee on his way into work, greets the usual CTC staffers,...

Kyle Skinner | Sens Nation Hockey
Feb 9, 2021


Still Think the Habs are Cup Contenders?
I was born in 1979 and I feel it is important to drop a “when I was young” adage on my loyal readership (105.5 average readers in 2021)....

Waldo 1947 | The Disgruntled Habs Fan
Feb 7, 2021


Ottawa Hockey History: The First Canada Cup Game Was Actually Played in Ottawa
Put up your hand if you remember the Canada Cup Hockey Tournament. Okay, now put up your hand if you can remember when the first Canada...

Howie Mooney | Sens Nation Hockey
Feb 7, 2021


A Gruesome Night in Ottawa Hockey History
Hockey has always been a game that is played with emotion. Within a moment in any game, you can see tension, excitement, joy, despair,...

Howie Mooney | Sens Nation Hockey
Feb 2, 2021


Senators Fall 8-5 in Edmonton, Still Struggling with the Basics
The Senators have now lost 8 in a row, losing 8-5 to Edmonton tonight. To their credit, when they fell behind 5-1 and then 8-3 they...

Steve Warne | Sens Nation Hockey
Feb 1, 2021


Sens Rewind: The Story of Chris Phillips and His Journey to 1000
The sun rose over the city of Ottawa on the morning of February 9, 2012 the same way it does on a lot of winter mornings. On that...

Howie Mooney | Sens Nation Hockey
Jan 31, 2021


The Senators Power Play is Better Than You Think
The Senators want to win games this year. And to do that they need goals. Now due to the fact that GM-PD traded away every single goal...
Steve Warne
Jan 27, 2021


A Forgotten Anniversary: Ottawa's Short-Lived WHA Franchise
45 years ago this month, we saw Ottawa hockey history as Gordie Howe played a regular season game at the Civic Centre. It's true! How it...

Howie Mooney | Sens Nation Hockey
Jan 27, 2021


A Historical Review of the Ottawa Senators "Can't-Miss" Prospects: Part One - The 1990's
Given the amazing World Junior Hockey Tournament he had, and the way he’s played in limited action so far with the Ottawa Senators,...

Howie Mooney | Sens Nation Hockey
Jan 24, 2021


Video: Ottawa's Off-the-Page Lineup Decisions
Ottawa at Winnipeg: 10pm Tim Stützle is still injured. Colin White and Alex Galchenyuk expected to be healthy scratches. Artem Anisimov...
Steve Warne
Jan 23, 2021


A Highlight Pack With Limited Highlights
This Senators nine minute highlight package from nhl.com isn't exactly packed with Ottawa highlights. The Sens closed out their home...
Steve Warne
Jan 22, 2021


Nikita Zaitsev: From Outhouse to Penthouse
Nikita Zaitsev is currently the 3rd highest scoring defenseman in the NHL. I’ll give you a second to let that marinate. With 5pts through...

Kyle Skinner | Sens Nation Hockey
Jan 22, 2021


A Missed Opportunity; Anisimov in OT and a Few Other Things
After taking some time to ruminate over the Ottawa Senators 4-3 overtime loss to the Winnipeg Jets on January 19, a few things have come...

Howie Mooney | Sens Nation Hockey
Jan 21, 2021


Sens Fan Forum: An Early Glimpse at Optimism Levels
I knew it wouldn’t last. I am pretty sure Senators GM Pierre Dorian knew it wouldn't last. But it was a good feeling. And it got me...
Steve Warne
Jan 20, 2021


Will This Year's Intense NHL Schedule Truly Have an Effect on Emotions and Rivalries?
“After this game this afternoon, the Blue Jays will get on a plane and head off to Boston for a three-game set at Fenway Park.” “So this...

Howie Mooney | Sens Nation Hockey
Jan 19, 2021


Are the 2021 Senators Close to Being Competitive or Not?
The Ottawa Senators began this very different 2020-21 season with a determined and shocking 5-3 win over the team that, before play...

Howie Mooney | Sens Nation Hockey
Jan 17, 2021


The Sens Opening Weekend: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
There was a lot to like about the Ottawa Senators' opening weekend against Toronto. And there were also - speaking politely - things that...
Steve Warne
Jan 17, 2021


A Toronto View on the Senators' Opening Night Win Over the Leafs
Pesky. A word that meant something in 2017. At least, it meant something to fans of the local hockey team in the Nation’s Capital. In the...

Howie Mooney | Sens Nation Hockey
Jan 16, 2021


An Open Letter to Gary Bettman: Keep the NHL's Expanded Divisional Play
As we sit today, nestled excitedly between two games in the battle of Ontario, I felt compelled to reach out to NHL Commissioner Gary...

Steve Warne | Sens Nation Hockey
Jan 16, 2021


A New Good Luck Charm for the New Senator Season
After over 10 months, the Senators are back. In honour of the occasion, Steve officially retires his lucky red cords, unveils his new,...

Steve Warne | Sens Nation Hockey
Jan 15, 2021


Tim Stuetzle at the Worlds: The Kings' Gaffe is Ottawa's Gain
Attn: Rob Blake 555 N Nash St El Segundo, CA 90245 United States That’s the mailing address for the Los Angeles Kings head office for...

Kyle Skinner | Sens Nation Hockey
Jan 7, 2021


Working Through the Holidays: Senators Sign Stützle, Trade Nilsson and Add Three More NHL Veterans
Just when you thought the Ottawa Senators had closed the door on a very busy off-season of deal-making, GM Pierre Dorion smashed it open...

Steve Warne | Sens Nation Hockey
Jan 4, 2021


World Junior Preview: Sens Prospects at the Big Dance
Wth the recent announcements coming from the provincial government, Canadians are likely to have even more time on their hands this...

Kyle Skinner | Sens Nation Hockey
Dec 22, 2020
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