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Senators Rely on Rookies Amid Defensive Injury Crisis

3/24/2026

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The Ottawa Senators are experiencing a major injury crisis on defense, with key players Nick Jensen and Thomas Chabot unavailable.
Young defensemen Carter Yakemchuk and Jorian Donovan have been called up for their NHL debuts against the Detroit Red Wings.
Carter Yakemchuk was selected seventh overall in the 2024 NHL Draft and has demonstrated strong offensive skills in the AHL.
The Senators are one point behind the Red Wings in the playoff race, increasing the pressure on the debuting players.

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The Ottawa Senators are experiencing a major injury crisis on defense, with key players Nick Jensen and Thomas Chabot unavailable.
Young defensemen Carter Yakemchuk and Jorian Donovan have been called up for their NHL debuts against the Detroit Red Wings.
Carter Yakemchuk was selected seventh overall in the 2024 NHL Draft and has demonstrated strong offensive skills in the AHL.
The Senators are one point behind the Red Wings in the playoff race, increasing the pressure on the debuting players.