Despite having the lead multiple times, including heading into the 3rd period, the Ottawa Senators found a way to lose 6-3 on the road to the Calgary Flames.
Brandon Piller and Ross Levitan take a look at how that third period collapse is just a new issue for this squad. We have a discussion about the rumours that Steve Staios is searching for a trade partner, but is now the right time and is there realistic options out there? What pieces from the Senators should be moved? There are obvious answers like Dominik Kubalik and Vladimir Tarasenko on expiring deals, but does this franchise need to move one of their long contract players to make a lasting impact?
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Maybe the GM reminds Tarasenko's Agent he could be finishing the season on Sens, or find out if he's willing to waive NTC, traded to a contender for parts/picks? he's got 25 points in 34 games and remains a positive player (+9) on the 3rd worst team in the league. Tarasenko scored 2 goals on 3 shots versus the Canucks, etc etc etc….
I believe in this group. But I wonder, are the Sens a Covid casualty? I remember Dorion at the beginning of the teardown talking about bringing up the players in a winning atmosphere. Which they were until the shutdown. In 20/21, there were no fans to get on the players at the games thankfully. In 21/22, a horrible November killed the optimism of the previous years 6th place finish in the North, and was hard on the players. In the summer of '22, Giroux and Debrincat brought a renewed optimism. After dealing with injuries they had a great finish. This was the first time this very young club got to experience a "winning " atmosphere. Unfortunately, injuries and youth have sabotaged this season. Part of youth is failing. I believe they can overcome this season. The management group will have their idea of what this team should look like. I see more of a 4th liner being brought in to fill the emotional/ physical presence on/ off the ice. It would have to be the absolute right add tho. I hope Staios & Co. doesn't try to restructure, as that's even more difficult.
I couldn’t stomach listening to any Sens player so after listening to the coach I turned the volume off for them .
Agreed that Chabot and Norris are the guys to go. Chabot has been poisoned by this organization and he is the most injury prone guy i.e. the guy who doesn't take care of himself. Norris needs to go to fix the culture and its not because of anything he did, but because of how unprofessional Brady is. Brady is largely responsible for the country club atmosphere and the horrible performances on the road so what better way to knock some sense into him than getting rid of his best bud? I think Norris will play up to his contract long term, he has missed a lot of hockey.
Get rid of everyone but Giroux and bring in guys who hate to lose.
A chychrun trade to la starts with Brant Clarke and a first round pick
play more offense zone in third period? pressure other team defense? try to score more goals in third period?
trade for veteran center position player? maybe Lindholm from Calgary? Couture from San Jose?
is Ristolainen from Philadelphia a right hand defenseman? Ferraro from San Jose?
Who could we trade and send to another team to then become a superstar and make us look even more foolish ???
All I can say is I have never seen a team so easily out battled for pucks in all zones.
Everyone has to be available as long as it means improving the team. The definition of insanity is to keep this core together and expect a different result. I wish it were different.
corey perry?
How many times has this team given up 4 straight goals this year? It's honestly embarrassing
😆 🤣 😂 keep going losers. Karma is a bitch. See when your players injure other players with dirty hits. What a trash franchise
This team needs a psychologist to be their next coach lol
Ross, how do you catch the Belleville games?
If they don’t, this management group need to resign. YES, it’s past time to show this guys that management is serious about accountability.
You have to get rid of one of the $8M players to actually and the message. As I’ve always said… need 2 BIG D to play the bottom pairing (spend at least $6M). Need 4-5Fs (especially in the bottom 6). Lots to fix. Spend $10M on 3rd line, $5-6M on 4th line.
Ross: “We’re struggling, but we’re getting along.”
Pillzy: “It hasn’t been easy. Let’s just say that.”
Ross: “Couple spins on the Tankathon never hurt.”
Pillzy: “They hurt a little.”
Ross: “They do hurt.”
Classic LOSP repartee. Thanks so much for grinding it out every day. It’ll get better!
The play of the Centre group is what's killing them lately. Their C group looked okay on paper, but Tim and Josh are not delivering 1C and 2C play. Kastelic doesn't play enough (or can't keep up with the play enough) to move the needle. Ridley Greig can't be their best Centre, and he was in Calgary. Shane Pinto comes back. That could either help a little, or help a lot. I'd rather bring Pinto back than keep either Kubalik or Tarasenko. I'd have Giroux Centre one of the top two lines for awhile if need be. Move Tim and/or Josh to the wing, until they've taken at least 80 SOG each. Simplify the game, and let them focus on shooting. Get Norris and Chabot off the PP1. Giroux has to be on the top power play, as he or Tim can play the role of bumper on the wing. Thomas Chabot has never lived up to his potential, and that's probably related to the fact that he's never stayed healthy for a full season. Never.
One more thing: we also believe in this group. It’s always darkest before the dawn.