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Last Word on Hockey presents The Last Word on Sens Podcast. The latest addition to the stable of LWOH Hockey Podcast Content. Every week Alex Metzger will share his thoughts on the news of the week. This news will generally relate to the Ottawa Senators. He will also have a variety of guests from the world of hockey as well as spending some time on original segments. Sit back, listen, and enjoy some Ottawa news, analysis, and discussion.
Episodes
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
DJ Smith Out, Full Roster Breakdown, and Holiday Wishlist with Spencer Blake
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
Alex is back with another edition of the Last Word on Sens Podcast and it is a very busy week. Today, Spencer Blake makes his return to the podcast. And they start with nothing other than the fact that DJ Smith is no longer the Head Coach of the Ottawa Senators. With DJ Smith Fired, the guys break down why it was more than time to make the move. As well as where they want to see the team go from this point on.
Discussing all aspects of their game, from the backcheck to the rush chances they create and more. From there, they look at how the goaltending has been doing this season and give their feelings on the debate that has been going around social media. Finally, they wrap the episode up with a Holiday-style wishlist for things they want to see from the Ottawa Senators in 2024.
Wednesday Dec 13, 2023
More Ups and Downs, David Perron Saga, DJ Smith Timeline
Wednesday Dec 13, 2023
Wednesday Dec 13, 2023
Alex is back with another episode of the Last Word on Sens podcast! Today, he is going solo as there is a lot he needs to get off of his chest. Fresh off of another underwhelming performance on Tuesday night, Alex goes in on the team for their lack of attention to detail, as well as the complete lack of accountability from their Head Coach.
Examining why this team would be better suited under new leadership behind the bench, Alex explains why he feels they are getting dangerously close to a point of no return for the season. From there, he shifts to look at the David Perron incident and suspension that followed. Breaking down why it needs to be such a long suspension and despite his lack of history, why it should be upheld by the league. Finally, he touches on the comments from the Red Wings Head Coach and what fans should take away from it.
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Sweden Trip, Health on Defence, and Bouncing Back with Tyler Ray
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Alex is back with another podcast! After a very heated one last time, he is back with a much better week from Ottawa. Joining him, Tyler Ray makes his return to the podcast! Together, the two start by taking a look at an absolutely crazy game to kick of the Ottawa Senators Sweden trip. The Sens blew a 4-0 lead but rebounded with an overtime win from an insane Tim Stutzle goal.
From there, they look at how the mood has changed over the last week with the team now that they have won a couple of games. Alex and Tyler discuss getting healthy on the blueline and how critical select players are. After, they discuss Brady and Giroux's comments and how they have performed after they were made.
They wrap the podcast up by discussing the goaltender situation and what to expect going forward with the tandem.
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Never a Dull Day for the Ottawa Senators
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
It has been a very busy week for the Ottawa Senators. Today, Alex goes solo to break it all down. He has some stuff to get off of his chest. Which includes the Dadonov punishment and situation, Pierre Dorion's job as a General Manager, Andlauer's press conference and more.
However, the main focus point includes Brady Tkachuk and Claude Giroux commenting on the fans and DJ Smith. Alex can not believe what he heard and highlights exactly why the fans demanding change are doing everything but turning their back on the team and franchise. A rare mistake from the Sens captain leaves a lot to talk about in this episode of the Last Word on Sens Podcast!
Saturday Oct 28, 2023
Ottawa Senators Defence, Injuries, Pinto with Matt Bosty
Saturday Oct 28, 2023
Saturday Oct 28, 2023
Alex is back with another podcast. It has been quite the week for the Ottawa Senators so far. The Ottawa Senators injuries are starting to mount as Alex finds out live while recording that Thomas Chabot will be out 4-6 weeks after blocking a shot. Matt Bosty joins Alex as the two discuss the three-game losing streak the team is currently on and what is going wrong.
They also discuss the injuries the team is facing on defence and why some inconsistency from key forwards is hurting this team so far this season. Finally, the guys discuss a wild Shane Pinto suspension that occurred this week and what it means for him, the team, and the league moving forward in today's betting landscape.
They finish the podcast off looking at how great of a start Jakob Chychrun has had with the team and why that is vital right now and moving forward with the Chabot news.
Sunday Oct 15, 2023
Ottawa Senators Early Homestand Success
Sunday Oct 15, 2023
Sunday Oct 15, 2023
Alex is back and so is the NHL! After a long summer of waiting, the NHL Regular season is back. And with it, comes Ottawa Senators hockey. Alex is solo this episode as he reviews what has taken place over the Sens first three games of the season. Reviewing the Ottawa Senators results so far and analyzing exactly what he saw. Including some plays that he liked as well as some ones that he disliked.
Alex reviews the opening weekend for the Ottawa Senators and how it was a massive success for the team. It went as well as anyone could have asked for, both on and off of the ice. The new ownership continues to do a great job rebuilding the relationship with this fanbase and Alex believes it will lead to some much-needed buy-in very quickly. Finally, Alex also speaks about what is happening with Shane Pinto and Joshua Norris.
Monday Sep 25, 2023
Ottawa Senators Roster with Steve on Sens
Monday Sep 25, 2023
Monday Sep 25, 2023
Alex is back with another exciting episode. Today, he is joined by Steve on Sens! The two break down a range of topics, that starts with the new official ownership of the Ottawa Senators. Talking about the welcome to the team that was given to Michael Andlauer as well as what he has done so far in his early tenure as owner of the Ottawa Senators.
From there, they switch to some Ottawa Senators roster talk. Alex and Steve break down what the forwards, defence, and goaltending might look like this season. They break down who may be traded to make room for Shane Pinto and his contract that still needs to be signed. The guys also speak to what the defence core might look like this season. Finally, they examine the goaltending situation and take their best guess on what the split may look like in the net.
Saturday Sep 09, 2023
Ottawa Senators Offseason Review, Jake Sanderson Deal
Saturday Sep 09, 2023
Saturday Sep 09, 2023
Alex is finally back after a very long summer break and is ready to talk all things Ottawa Senators! In today's episode, he goes solo and breaks down everything that has occurred during the Ottawa Senators offseason. The most important being the team is under new ownership! Alex highlights what it means and gives some brief thoughts on the sale.
From there, he starts to look at the roster moves that were made. Alex DeBrincat is out, how does that affect the original trade the team made for him? Vladimir Tarasenko and Joonas Korpisalo are now in. Alex gives his thoughts on both players and their respective deals. Finally, the biggest news of the week was Jake Sanderson signing a new deal that keeps him in Ottawa for an additional eight seasons. Alex gives his thoughts on that as well the general reaction that took place on social media. All of this and more, with the Last Word on Sens Podcast!
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
Ottawa Senators Season Player Grades with Kevin Lee
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
Despite an exciting week of playoff hockey starting, Alex is back with another Last Word on Senators Podcast! Today, Kevin Lee joins him for their third annual Ottawa Senators roster grades. In this episode, Alex and Kevin go through each player on the Sens team and give them an overall grade for this season.
This leads to a bunch of great discussions about expectations vs reality and what the two expect from each player next year. They start out hot, giving some high praise to top Sens forwards. However, as they work their way down the lineup, their grades start to drop. Finally, they evaluate coaching and the General Managers, discussing whether or not they would bring either back under new ownership. Find all of this with the Last Word on Senators podcast!
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Running on Empty - Injuries, Defence, and Goaltending Going Forward
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Alex is back with another week of content as it has been a busy time for the Ottawa Senators. Unfortunately, it looks like Ottawa's season will be coming to end after their next four games. However, it has been an exciting time nonetheless. Alex goes over what has happened the past two weeks to lead to this. He starts by looking at the goaltending that has taken place and the crazy carousel that has gone on. Who should Ottawa start the rest of the year? As well, who will be in the net next season? These are all questions Alex tries to ask.
From there, he looks at some Ottawa Senators injuries that occurred which helped Tyler Kleven find his way into the lineup! Alex talks the impact of those injuries but also how surprised he has been by Kleven. Additionally, how Erik Brannstrom has looked since getting more icetime and what to do with him going forward. Tune in for all of this and more!