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Senators' Chabot Out for Rangers Game with Injury

11/13/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot will miss tonight's game against the New York Rangers as he awaits an MRI for a leg injury sustained against the Seattle Kraken.
Chabot exited Tuesday's game against Dallas Stars after a hit from Colin Blackwell, suffering an upper-body injury and logging 6:51 of ice time.
Head coach D.J. Smith said this presents an opportunity for others.
Chabot has 10 points in 17 games this season.

History

Historical Context

The NHL has prioritized player safety since the mandatory helmet rule introduced in 1979. Following the expansion of the Vegas Golden Knights in 2017, the league implemented new regulations that led to a reported 20% decrease in concussions that season. However, incidents like Thomas Chabot's leg injury against the Seattle Kraken underscore ongoing challenges in ensuring player health and safety in the sport.

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Story summary

Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot will miss tonight's game against the New York Rangers as he awaits an MRI for a leg injury sustained against the Seattle Kraken.
Chabot exited Tuesday's game against Dallas Stars after a hit from Colin Blackwell, suffering an upper-body injury and logging 6:51 of ice time.
Head coach D.J. Smith said this presents an opportunity for others.
Chabot has 10 points in 17 games this season.

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