What happened: Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot will miss time due to an undisclosed injury, per Postmedia's Bruce Garrioch. The update came after Chabot was injured in a recent game. No specific timeline was provided beyond 'a while.'

Why it matters: Chabot logs heavy minutes as Ottawa's top defenseman and leads the team in average time on ice. His absence strains an already thin blue line, hurting defensive metrics and playoff hopes in the competitive Atlantic Division.

What to watch: Watch for Ottawa's lineup announcement and replacement pairing; expect timeline update from coach D.J. Smith within 48 hours.