Senators Rumors: Could Ottawa Move A Core Player?

Tuesday, February 27, 2024

As the Ottawa Senators approach the trade deadline, speculation swirls around the potential departure of one of their key players like Drake Batherson, Thomas Chabot, Jakob Chychrun, or Josh Norris, according to Ian Mendes.

Each of these core players carries significant value and could be leveraged to address various roster needs or accelerate the team's rebuild.

Batherson's blossoming offensive talent and Chabot's status as a cornerstone defenseman with a long-term contract make them prime candidates to attract interest from contending teams seeking immediate impact additions.

The 25-year-old Batherson is having another nice season, scoring 19 goals and 43 total points across 56 games played this season.

Chabot has missed some time with injury this season, but has five goals, 21 total points, +4 plus/minus rating, and 72 blocked shots across 34 games played.

Similarly, the emergence of Chychrun and Norris as potential trade assets presents an intriguing scenario for the Senators, offering opportunities to reshape the team's future while acquiring assets that align better with their long-term objectives.

After missing the entire 2022-23 season, Norris has amassed 16 goals and 30 total points over 49 games played this year.

However, any decision to part ways with these established talents must be weighed carefully against the potential impact on the team's competitiveness, both in the short term and in the years to come, as General Manager Steve Staios navigates the challenging task of balancing immediate gains with the franchise's long-term vision. Photo Credit: Marc DesRosiers-USA TODAY Sports


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