What happened: Senators owner Michael Andlauer addressed the summer departure at the Board of Governors meeting in New York. He said blood was thicker than water, attributing influence to the father and brother of Brady Tkachuk in the move to play alongside his brother.

Why it matters: The deal reset Ottawa's timeline with three first-round picks and a second coming back. It puts the brothers together in Florida entering the 2025-26 preseason while Ottawa must redistribute top-line minutes.

What to watch: Ottawa opens camp with that draft capital banked. Florida's usage for the pairing will clarify as preseason lines are set.