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Senators Trim Roster Ahead of Preseason in Quebec

9/26/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Ottawa Senators trimmed 17 players, leaving a 31-man training camp.
Eight players, including Matthew Andonovski and Tyler Boucher, were assigned to Belleville.
Five players, including Wyatt Bongiovanni and Hunter Shepard, will go on waivers.
Four AHL-contract players were reassigned to Belleville.
The Senators will practice in Quebec City and play preseason games against New Jersey Devils and Montreal Canadiens.

History

Historical Context

The Ottawa Senators were reestablished in 1992 after the original franchise relocated in 1934 due to financial losses. The new Senators quickly gained a loyal fan base, averaging over 18,000 attendees per game in recent seasons. Their current roster decisions, including the reassignment of eight players to Belleville, emphasize a commitment to player development and long-term competitiveness in the NHL.

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Story summary

The Ottawa Senators trimmed 17 players, leaving a 31-man training camp.
Eight players, including Matthew Andonovski and Tyler Boucher, were assigned to Belleville.
Five players, including Wyatt Bongiovanni and Hunter Shepard, will go on waivers.
Four AHL-contract players were reassigned to Belleville.
The Senators will practice in Quebec City and play preseason games against New Jersey Devils and Montreal Canadiens.

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