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The Ottawa Senators face critical roster decisions ahead of the 2026-27 season. With Daniel Alfredsson departed and Claude Giroux re-signed, the team navigates a crowded center ice market featuring Tim Stutzle, Shane Pinto, and rising star Ridly Greig. We analyze the depth chart, predicting who makes the opening night roster against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Key players discussed include Tim Stutzle, expected to score 85-90 points, and Ridly Greig, targeted for 50 points. The debate extends to the blue line with Thomas Chabot, Jake Sanderson, and Artem Zub, while the goaltending contingent includes Linus Ullmark and Samuel Ersson. We evaluate the impact of new signings and the departure of Alfredsson to the Maple Leafs.

Topics covered include the center ice logjam, defensive depth projections, and final roster cut predictions. We assess whether the Senators can secure a Wild Card playoff spot and if Tyler Boucher will earn a permanent spot on the wing.

In this episode: Center Ice Logjam: Stutzle, Pinto, and Greig · Blue Line Depth and Goaltending Surplus · Final Roster Cut Predictions.

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Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/nhl/ott/2026-09-03/transcript.html

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