Is Stephen Halliday the Ottawa Senators’ Long-term Solution on the Wing?

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By Shaan Malik · Silver Sevens

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 3:40 PM

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Writer Shaan Malik argues Stephen Halliday could become Ottawa's long-term answer on the wing.
Halliday scored two game-winning goals in eight games and recently skated on Ottawa's top line.
Forward William Eklund is confirmed to be sidelined for 10 to 12 weeks with an injury.

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Shaan Malik explores whether Stephen Halliday could serve as a long-term winger for the Ottawa Senators. Originally a playmaking center, Halliday has scored two game-winning goals in eight games this season while recently getting an audition on the top line alongside Tim Stützle and Drake Batherson.

With forward William Eklund sidelined for 10 to 12 weeks, Malik argues that Ottawa must examine internal solutions like Halliday, Kasper Halttunen, and Philip Tomasino to maintain offensive production rather than relying excessively on goaltending.

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Is Stephen Halliday the Ottawa Senators’ Long-term Solution on the Wing?

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