NFL Week 2.The Yankees and Mets win. OTTAWA - The Ottawa Senators put an end to speculation and officially named Jason Spezza as its captain Saturday afternoon.The announcement came as no real surprise as Spezza was the odds-on favourite to take over the captaincy after Daniel Alfredsson chose to sign with the Detroit Red Wings as a free agent in July. "It's what I get paid to do," he said with a smile, and then turned the conversation back to his team.He and the Senators, who face Boston in a potentially decisive Game 5 on Friday at 7:30 p.m. Previous Season Next Season.
".Head coach Paul MacLean admitted the fact that Spezza has spent his entire career in Ottawa was a significant reason the team selected him as the new captain.The 30-year-old Spezza was the Senators' first-round pick (second overall) in the 2001 NHL Draft. He has registered four 30-goal seasons and two 90-plus point campaigns.The Mississauga, Ont., native has represented Canada on six different occasions, and has earned five medals at various international tournaments throughout his career.Not a subscriber? "You obviously see the points and what he does on the ice, but it's the little things that make him a great leader, a great teammate. Apr 20, 2017 Joe McDonald ESPN Staff Writer BOSTON -- Ottawa Senators captain Erik Karlsson hasn't just been the best player on the …
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The 2017–18 Ottawa Senators season was the 26th season of the Ottawa Senators of the National Hockey League. ".Karlsson also makes an opposing goaltender's job difficult, because he can be a force with or without the puck. Ottawa Senators Captains. Chris Phillips, who was also in strong contention to take over the captaincy, holds the distinction of being the longest serving member.Phillips will remain an alternate captain, with Chris Neil joining the leadership group as the second alternate.Both Neil and Phillips were drafted by Ottawa and have spent their entire NHL careers with the Senators. ".His leadership and ability to create scoring chances have inspired his teammates to step up their games. ET in Ottawa, are one win away from moving on to the second round against either the,Karlsson will again be charged with shutting down,"He's able to jump by everyone and be the first on the forecheck and the first on the backcheck," Marchand said. "He's arguably the best player in the world," said Senators winger Bobby Ryan, who scored the game-winning goal in Ottawa's 1-0 victory in Game 4 on Wednesday night at TD Garden. "When you've got your top guy buying in like that, it'll translate into an entire team [following him]," said Boucher.
"So you know every night he's going to break the game open somehow, whether shooting or making plays.
He's also drawing Hart Trophy consideration as the league's most valuable player.
"He's not just inspiring the guys, because he is defending so well, paying the price defensively. I take the game of hockey very seriously and I like being able to help my teammates. "For me I've always dreamed of being a captain," said Spezza, who missed most of last season with a back injury.
".Boston has had no answer for Karlsson. Record: 28-43-11 (67 points), Finished 7th in NHL Atlantic Division (Schedule and Results) Coach: Guy Boucher (28-43-11) Captain: Erik Karlsson. I stay in the moment. Goals For: 221 (25th of 31), Goals Against: 291 (30th of 31) [He is] also managing the offensive game at the right time. ".With over 600 games and 621 career points, Spezza is the second longest serving member of the Senators. Complete list and history of team captains in Ottawa Senators. His creativity and hockey sense is off the charts, and his speed, especially when he's closing in on the puck, has demoralized the Bruins and often left them in the dust.Karlsson's flawless feed to Ryan -- a slap pass in front of the Bruins' net in the third period of Game 4, which set up the winner -- was the play of the night.His teammates are quick to laud Karlsson's skill -- and his leadership. With Ston… "It's something that is very important to me. After failing to make the 2016 Stanley Cup playoffs, the Senators replaced their management and coaching staff, promoting Pierre Dorion to general manager, and hiring Guy Boucher and Marc Crawford and assistants to coach the team. All-time Points Leader: Daniel Alfredsson, 1108. Sign up today to get the best features and analysis from the NHL and beyond. ".Being the face of the franchise is an honour and a challenge that Spezza says he is looking forward to.Spezza said that having had the opportunity to play alongside Alfredsson and experiencing the highs and lows of a professional career have allowed him time to grow as both a player and a person.
The Senators failed to return to the Stanley Cup playoffs after advancing to game seven of the Eastern Conference Final in the 2017 playoffs. Islanders eliminated.
But what he's done this year is use it in the right moments for the right reasons," said Ottawa coach Guy Boucher.
Team Name: Ottawa Senators Seasons: 27 (1992-93 to 2019-20) NHL Playoff Appearances: 16 NHL Championships: 0 (0 Stanley Cup) Playoff Record: 72-79 Record (W-L-T-OTL): 948-912-115-164 (2175 points) All-time Goals Leader: Daniel Alfredsson, 426. If you ask his teammates, the 26-year-old defenseman -- who has led the Senators to a 3-1 series lead, pushing the Bruins to the brink of elimination -- is worthy of some loftier titles. He has five assists with 11 shots on goal, and he's averaging more than 25 minutes per game against Boston's top lines. Now he's hoping to win the Stanley Cup as a senior citizen.Who has the edge in the final battle for the holy grail?
".Head coach Paul MacLean admitted the fact that Spezza has spent his entire career in Ottawa was a significant reason the team selected him as the new captain.The 30-year-old Spezza was the Senators' first-round pick (second overall) in the 2001 NHL Draft. He has registered four 30-goal seasons and two 90-plus point campaigns.The Mississauga, Ont., native has represented Canada on six different occasions, and has earned five medals at various international tournaments throughout his career.Not a subscriber? "You obviously see the points and what he does on the ice, but it's the little things that make him a great leader, a great teammate. Apr 20, 2017 Joe McDonald ESPN Staff Writer BOSTON -- Ottawa Senators captain Erik Karlsson hasn't just been the best player on the …
Most Goals, Season: Dany Heatley (2005-06), Dany … Jobs ... “C” Captain(s) …
The 2017–18 Ottawa Senators season was the 26th season of the Ottawa Senators of the National Hockey League. ".Karlsson also makes an opposing goaltender's job difficult, because he can be a force with or without the puck. Ottawa Senators Captains. Chris Phillips, who was also in strong contention to take over the captaincy, holds the distinction of being the longest serving member.Phillips will remain an alternate captain, with Chris Neil joining the leadership group as the second alternate.Both Neil and Phillips were drafted by Ottawa and have spent their entire NHL careers with the Senators. ".His leadership and ability to create scoring chances have inspired his teammates to step up their games. ET in Ottawa, are one win away from moving on to the second round against either the,Karlsson will again be charged with shutting down,"He's able to jump by everyone and be the first on the forecheck and the first on the backcheck," Marchand said. "He's arguably the best player in the world," said Senators winger Bobby Ryan, who scored the game-winning goal in Ottawa's 1-0 victory in Game 4 on Wednesday night at TD Garden. "When you've got your top guy buying in like that, it'll translate into an entire team [following him]," said Boucher.
"So you know every night he's going to break the game open somehow, whether shooting or making plays.
He's also drawing Hart Trophy consideration as the league's most valuable player.
"He's not just inspiring the guys, because he is defending so well, paying the price defensively. I take the game of hockey very seriously and I like being able to help my teammates. "For me I've always dreamed of being a captain," said Spezza, who missed most of last season with a back injury.
".Boston has had no answer for Karlsson. Record: 28-43-11 (67 points), Finished 7th in NHL Atlantic Division (Schedule and Results) Coach: Guy Boucher (28-43-11) Captain: Erik Karlsson. I stay in the moment. Goals For: 221 (25th of 31), Goals Against: 291 (30th of 31) [He is] also managing the offensive game at the right time. ".With over 600 games and 621 career points, Spezza is the second longest serving member of the Senators. Complete list and history of team captains in Ottawa Senators. His creativity and hockey sense is off the charts, and his speed, especially when he's closing in on the puck, has demoralized the Bruins and often left them in the dust.Karlsson's flawless feed to Ryan -- a slap pass in front of the Bruins' net in the third period of Game 4, which set up the winner -- was the play of the night.His teammates are quick to laud Karlsson's skill -- and his leadership. With Ston… "It's something that is very important to me. After failing to make the 2016 Stanley Cup playoffs, the Senators replaced their management and coaching staff, promoting Pierre Dorion to general manager, and hiring Guy Boucher and Marc Crawford and assistants to coach the team. All-time Points Leader: Daniel Alfredsson, 1108. Sign up today to get the best features and analysis from the NHL and beyond. ".Being the face of the franchise is an honour and a challenge that Spezza says he is looking forward to.Spezza said that having had the opportunity to play alongside Alfredsson and experiencing the highs and lows of a professional career have allowed him time to grow as both a player and a person.
The Senators failed to return to the Stanley Cup playoffs after advancing to game seven of the Eastern Conference Final in the 2017 playoffs. Islanders eliminated.
But what he's done this year is use it in the right moments for the right reasons," said Ottawa coach Guy Boucher.
Team Name: Ottawa Senators Seasons: 27 (1992-93 to 2019-20) NHL Playoff Appearances: 16 NHL Championships: 0 (0 Stanley Cup) Playoff Record: 72-79 Record (W-L-T-OTL): 948-912-115-164 (2175 points) All-time Goals Leader: Daniel Alfredsson, 426. If you ask his teammates, the 26-year-old defenseman -- who has led the Senators to a 3-1 series lead, pushing the Bruins to the brink of elimination -- is worthy of some loftier titles. He has five assists with 11 shots on goal, and he's averaging more than 25 minutes per game against Boston's top lines. Now he's hoping to win the Stanley Cup as a senior citizen.Who has the edge in the final battle for the holy grail?