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Senators benefited from later season opener against Leafs

Thomas Chabot had a goal and assist in his first game as the Ottawa Senators’ captain, helping lead the team to a 3-2 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs in their regular-season opener.

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 7:00 PM
Senators benefited from later season opener against Leafs
Key Things to Know
  • Analysts suggest the Ottawa Senators benefited from an extended training camp before defeating Toronto 3-2.
  • Thomas Chabot recorded a goal and an assist in his first game as Ottawa's team captain.
  • Stephen Halliday and Michael Amadio also scored for the Senators in their regular-season opener.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Analysts on Daily Faceoff LIVE argued that the Ottawa Senators benefited from an extended training camp and a later season opener in their 3-2 victory against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Newly named captain Thomas Chabot led Ottawa with a goal and an assist, while Stephen Halliday and Michael Amadio also scored to secure the win.

Former NHL defenseman Cameron Gaunce noted that the extra preparation time allowed the Senators to implement a stronger system compared to other teams dealing with early-season sloppiness. Auston Matthews and Kirill Marchenko scored for Toronto, while Chabot logged over 27 minutes of ice time following an injury to Jake Sanderson.

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