From @TSN1200 - @TSNJR, @TSNSteveLloyd and @frankcorrado22 on Jake Sanderson being an option to replace Brady Tkachuk as Via @TSNHockey on X

What happened: TSN 1200's TSNJR, TSNSteveLloyd and frankcorrado22 discussed Jake Sanderson as an option to replace Brady Tkachuk as Ottawa's captain. The Senators are entering 2026-27 with the captaincy open after Tkachuk's departure.

Why it matters: The choice will establish Ottawa's leadership structure for the upcoming season. It would also elevate Sanderson from core defenseman to the club's top formal leadership role.

What to watch: Ottawa's decision on the captaincy is the next development to watch as training camp approaches.

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