Last year to start the season, Jordan Spence was a healthy scratch. Now with the early injury to Artem Zub and the summer exit of Nick Jensen, he’ll likely start the season as the Senators number one right-shot defenseman.
Ottawa Senators defenseman Jordan Spence is set to start the upcoming season as the team's top right-shot defenseman following a new contract and roster changes. The departure of Nick Jensen during the summer and an early injury to Artem Zub have created an opportunity for Spence to move up significantly in the lineup after being a healthy scratch to start the previous season.
Spence stated that his elevated lineup position and new contract will not alter his work ethic or dedication to improving his game. His role expansion comes as Ottawa enters the season with questions after trading captain Brady Tkachuk and facing elevated roster expectations.
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