Chirp of the Week

SensChirp September 13, 2012

After another rough day in the current CBA negotiations, this seems like a good time for an entry in our Chirp of the Week Feature. This week, longtime SensChirp reader Chad takes a look

NHL13- SensChirp League

SensChirp September 13, 2012

Because some folks would rather not read about the details of our recently created NHL 13 league, I thought it would be a good idea to set up a separate thread. Any discussion related

Big Things Expected From Cowen

SensChirp September 12, 2012

Whether it ends up being in with the BSens or here in Ottawa, it’s safe to say the Senators are expecting big things from defenceman Jared Cowen next season. And at 6’5, 230 lbs

Lockout Looming

SensChirp September 11, 2012

Finally back from a great weekend in Boston and I see there has been little in the way of progress in conversations between the NHL and NHLPA. While there’s still time for a last

Lockout Plans Continue

SensChirp September 6, 2012

With no new progress to report on the CBA front, a lockout is looking more and more likely. Gary Bettman will meet with the owners a week from now to discuss their plans moving

Zack Smith Signs Extension

SensChirp September 5, 2012

The Ottawa Senators are doing their best to keep busy during the CBA negotiations, this time signing forward Zack Smith to a four extension. Similar to the deal signed with Turris, Smith had another

The Waiting Game

SensChirp September 4, 2012

With just 11 days to go until the NHL’s current collective bargaining agreement expires, there is little reason for optimism. Late last week, the NHLPA and the owners decided that it was best to

Turris Deal Works for Both Sides

SensChirp August 31, 2012

On Wednesday afternoon, Bryan Murray and the Ottawa Senators took the proactive approach, signing forward Kyle Turris to a five year extension worth $17.5 million. While Turris still has another year remaining on his

Lockout Could Impact Local Jobs (Turris Signs Extension)

SensChirp August 29, 2012

(UPDATE 1:07 PM)- The Ottawa Senators have announced they've signed forward Kyle Turris to a five year contract extension worth $17.5 million.  The deal will see Turris earn an average of $3.5 million per

Monday News and Notes

SensChirp August 28, 2012

If it weren't for that pesky CBA issue, the Ottawa Senators would be just a few weeks away from opening training camp at Scotiabank Place. They would be just 26 days away from the

COTW- Finding Positives in a Lockout

SensChirp August 25, 2012

As much as we all try to pretend it's not there, the lockout possibility looming over the National Hockey League is very real. That September 15th deadline is approaching quickly and there has been

Ceci Signs Entry Level Deal

SensChirp August 24, 2012

While questions continue to swirl around the current CBA negotiations, the Ottawa Senators took care of some business of their own earlier this afternoon. The Sens have announced the signing of first round pick