Ottawa Senators' Trade Deadline Hunt for Right-Shot Defenseman

0:00With the NHL today, March 5th, the Ottawa Senators sit just outside the playoffs, heading into the 2025-26 trade deadline, but they're close enough to stay, hopeful. General manager Steve Stiles is hunting for a right-shot defenseman to strengthen their top four, especially with Nick Jensen's play slipping this season. Earlier this week, a few targets slipped away. Ottawa native Mackenzie Wigar, went to the Utah Mammoth, Colton Parryco looks headed to the Buffalo Sabers, Tyler Myers landed with the Dallas Stars, and John Carlson is staying put in Washington. Teams like the Philadelphia Flyers, St. Louis Blues, New Jersey Devils, Winnipeg Jets, and Calgary Flames have right-shot options on the market that could fit, such as Rasmus Rista-Lionan, Justin Falk, Simon Nemick, Dylan Damello, and Zach Wyclowd. Each brings solid defense, with some adding offense or youth, though costs are climbing fast. Meanwhile, the Senators lack their 20-26 first-round pick, due to a past deal, which complicates bigger trades. Fans and analysts see these moves as key to pushing for a postseason spot, without overhauling the roster.

1:12According to reports, Ottawa is playing well enough lately that they might hold steady if no great deals emerge, banking on prospects like Carter. Yakum Chuk to fill gaps down the road. We'd like to thank our sponsor for making this episode possible. Back, press play, let the pillow do the rest. Sound meets comfort.