Last Word on Sens Podcast

Tkachuk Contract and Season Start with SENS TALK

Alex is back as the season gets underway and this week, he has a ton to talk about! To help discuss all these items, making his return to the podcast is Brandon Plant from SENS TALK. Together, the two start with taking a look at the Brady Tkachuk contract and what it means for the team, fans, and organization as a whole. They discuss why it is a fair deal despite the lack of production on the score sheet. As well as how they see Tkachuk growing as a player.

From there, they switch to look at storylines from the first three games of the season. Including their two games against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Breaking down what they liked and didn't like coming out of each game. Some key takeaways to start the year were the depth and the goaltending. Finally, they discuss the goaltending situation and what Matt Murray may bring on his return to the team.

Ottawa Senators Season Preview with Tyler Ray

Alex is back after a month off as the news cycle slowed down significantly. Today, he takes a look at the 2021-22 Ottawa Senators in a full season preview. Joining him in breaking down the season is Tyler Ray, making his return to the podcast. To start, they take a look at Brady Tkachuk and why he doesn't have a contract yet. What do each of them expect and when will it happen?

From there, they look at the Colin White injury and why Ottawa might be thin down the middle this year. The two also discuss what it means that Tyler Ennis has officially signed a contract. Ennis was on a professional tryout all throughout camp. Tyler and Alex go through the forwards and defence, discussing what they expect from each and the season expectations as a whole. Tune in for all of this and more, with the Last Word on Sens Podcast!

Drake Batherson and Pierre Dorion News with Derek Lee

Welcome back to the Last Word on Sens podcast. Today, Alex has some of the biggest news of the Ottawa Senators' summer to look at. Drake Batherson and Pierre Dorion have signed new contracts since the last podcast was released. Both of these are huge news for the organization's future. To help break everything down, Derek Lee makes his return to the podcast.

Together, the guys look at how the Batherson deal may affect Brady Tkachuk, if at all. They also discuss how good of a job Dorion has done so far and what is in store for the future of this team. Looking at things such as the lack of moves in free agency this year, what does the blueline look like going forward and should Ottawa trade Erik Brannstrom and Logan Brown right now? Tune in for all of that and more, with the Last Word on Sens Podcast!

2021-22 Senators Roster Building with Matt Bosty

Alex is back in the dog days of summer for the NHL season. However, there is always plenty to discuss when Matt Bosty joins the podcast. Today, the guys take a look at the Sens offseason so far and touch on what they see from some of the lesser talked about RFA's. They also dive into the crazy NHL offseason from different teams throughout the league and why it may be a good thing Ottawa has done very little.

From there, they take a look at what the defence, forwards, and goaltending may look like for the 2021-22 Ottawa Senators roster. How do they see different pieces fitting and is there something still to come? Finally, they discuss ads coming to NHL jerseys and does it mean anything? As well as the report that the Senators sound like they will be requiring proof of double vaccination to enter Sens games this season. Tune in for all of this and more with the Last Word on Sens Podcast!

Ottawa Senators Draft and Free Agency with Ross Levitan

Alex is back after a few weeks off and he has lots to talk about. Since the last episode, there has been plenty of action. Including the Ottawa Senators Draft class of 2021 and free agency! To help him break it all down, he has Ross Levitan joining him. Together, they start with the Ottawa Senators Draft. Examining the picks made and also diving into the idea of Ottawa constantly reaching on picks. 

From there, they look at the future of the team and when to expect the next crop of rookies to come up. The guys also examine the Evgenii Dadonov trade and his time in Ottawa. Looking at the return and what it means for both sides in the deal. Finally, they look at the few names Ottawa did sign during the free agency period and what they think the roster may look like this coming season. 

Ottawa Senators Offseason Preview with Graeme Nichols

Alex is back with another podcast and today he has Graeme Nichols returning. Graeme was last one before the Sens season began to preview what it would look like. Now, the two take a look at the Ottawa Senators Offseason. They begin by looking at the expansion draft and who Ottawa may lose. Little did they know that those picks would all be reported before the draft even happened.

However, they move on to looking at free agency and exactly what this summer has in store. An interesting debate arises about how to build the team and how to balance going for it and not blocking prospects. From there, they also discuss what Ottawa's possible draft possibilities are. As well as discussing why this could be one of the more open drafts we have seen in quite some time. Finally, they both give their thoughts on the Pierre McGuire hire and where the Sens front office is going. 

Seattle Kraken Expansion Draft Preview with Dan Morse

Alex is back after a few weeks off to enjoy the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs. With those wrapping up, it is time to look forward to the offseason. One of the biggest events will no doubt be the Seattle Kraken expansion draft. Because this will be such a big event, Alex has Dan Morse on to join him and break it all down.

The two look at all kinds of things such as how can Seattle build this team effectively? As well, what are the expectations like for year one in Seattle? Alex wants to see the focus be on cap space and draft picks, using them effectively to set up a nice future. However, there also needs to be a balance between that and entertaining fans. Losing a bunch of games 2-1 seems like a bad strategy for a new team. They also take a look at what player the Ottawa Senators may lose. Tune in for all of this and more, with the Last Word on Sens Podcast!

Ottawa Senators Roster Grading with Kevin Lee

Alex is back for another week of content! Although the Senators season is officially over, there is still plenty to talk about. The playoff discussion from Alex is mostly on the MnM Hockey Podcast. Instead, the Ottawa Senators roster and season will be the focus today. He has Kevin Lee join him and the two give letter grades to each player and their season. They also grade DJ Smith and Pierre Dorion too.

Kevin takes a look at it from expectations vs reality standpoint, grading based on what he expected. Alex on the other hand takes a look at things from what happened regardless of expectations. So if a player was expected to be bad and was bad, he got a lower grade from Alex than he did from Kevin. Overall, it makes for some great discussion and interesting viewpoints on all kinds of different players. They also take a look at the Artem Zub contract and discuss what they liked about it.

Ottawa Senators Season Review with Jamie McLennan

Alex is back with the final week of the Ottawa Senators season upon us. To join him in looking at the season, he has the one and only Jamie McLennan on the podcast! The two go through everything that has happened this season. From the horrid start to the hot streak that has come at the end of the season too. They also discuss what to expect this offseason, including the wrench the Seattle Expansion Draft may have on the team. What opportunities will be available? Could a goalie be grabbed?

From there, they switch to the years of Matt Murray, Filip Gustavsson, and Joey Daccord. McLennan gives his thoughts on each of them and what to expect heading into next year as well. From there, they take a look at who surprised them this year from an on and off-ice situation. Tune in for all of this and more, with the Last Word on Sens podcast!

Season Winding Down, Blueline and Goaltending Review with Tyler Ray

Alex is back with another episode of the Last Word on Sens Podcast! Today, he has Tyler Ray joining him. The two take a look at the last few weeks as the Ottawa Senators season comes to an end shortly. Discussing what they have seen out of Victor Mete, Shane Pinto, and whether or not it makes sense to sit Jacob Bernard-Docker. Alex mentions how nice it has been to watch all three defensemen on the left side have a successful game, and be confident of all of the players out there.

From there, they switch to goaltending and discuss what Matt Murray has to do next year to get back on track. As well as discussing why it looks like Marcus Hogberg is at the end of his time in Ottawa. Finally, they talk about what they want to see going into the offseason. Any additions they should make and what to expect next season. Tune in for all of this and more, with the Last Word on Sens Podcast!