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Senators Push to Re-Sign Pinto Amid Free Agency Changes

11/5/2025

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The Ottawa Senators aim to re-sign Shane Pinto (Ottawa Senators forward), a 24-year-old restricted free agent with 12 points this season, as they navigate a 6-5-2, 14-point start in 2025-26.
Signing him before the season ends could dampen excitement for the 2026 free agency.
The NHL's new collective bargaining agreement will limit contract lengths, reducing enticing free agency options in coming years.

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The Ottawa Senators aim to re-sign Shane Pinto (Ottawa Senators forward), a 24-year-old restricted free agent with 12 points this season, as they navigate a 6-5-2, 14-point start in 2025-26.
Signing him before the season ends could dampen excitement for the 2026 free agency.
The NHL's new collective bargaining agreement will limit contract lengths, reducing enticing free agency options in coming years.