Thomas Chabot Named Ottawa's New Captain

Becomes 11th captain in franchise history

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 32m1 min read

Thomas Chabot is Ottawa’s new captain Via @FriedgeHNIC on X

What happened: The captaincy turns over to Chabot after Tkachuk's Ottawa exit. The announcement arrived during preseason camp ahead of the 2025-26 season.

Why it matters: Naming a captain before opening night settles Ottawa's leadership entering the 2025-26 season. Chabot brings tenure on the Ottawa blue line to the role.

What to watch: Watch for opening night and Chabot's first game wearing the C.

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@FriedgeHNIC 2026-09-30T15:28:20.711430+00:00

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