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Brady Tkachuk Responds to Andlauer: “I’m a Big Boy”

Brady Tkachuk returns to Ottawa tonight and says leaving was “100% my decision.” Hear what he said about Andlauer, his father and the fans.

By NHL Trade Talk · NHL Trade Talk

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 6:13 PM

Key Things to Know

Brady Tkachuk rejected Michael Andlauer's claim that his family influenced his Ottawa exit, calling it entirely his own choice.
Tkachuk makes his first return to Ottawa as a visitor playing for the Florida Panthers.
Tkachuk spent eight seasons with the Senators and served as the franchise's captain before departing.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Florida Panthers forward Brady Tkachuk responded to Ottawa Senators owner Michael Andlauer ahead of his first game back in Ottawa as a visitor. Andlauer suggested that Tkachuk's father, Keith, and brother, Matthew, influenced his desire to leave Ottawa. Tkachuk firmly rejected the claim, stating that leaving the Senators after eight seasons was completely his own choice as an adult.

Tkachuk noted that personal and professional factors prevented him from re-signing, with specific details remaining private between him and Senators general manager Steve Staios. Ottawa forward Tim Stützle commented that the team is focused solely on winning the game rather than Tkachuk's return.

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Brady Tkachuk Responds to Andlauer: “I’m a Big Boy”

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