Senators could find Eklund replacement in former Canadiens forward

The Ottawa Senators could find a replacement for William Eklund in a former Montreal Canadiens forward, now a UFA.

By Nestor Quixtan · SenShot

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 3:00 AM

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Writer Nestor Quixtan suggests the Ottawa Senators could target free agent Patrik Laine to replace injured William Eklund.
William Eklund is projected to miss 10 to 12 weeks after tearing an ankle tendon against Philadelphia.
Insider Bruce Garrioch reported that Laine's camp previously held contract talks with Ottawa, though no deal was reached.

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The Ottawa Senators are considering potential replacements after winger William Eklund suffered a torn ankle tendon expected to sideline him for 10 to 12 weeks. According to insider Bruce Garrioch, the Senators previously held talks with free agent forward Patrik Laine, formerly of the Montreal Canadiens, following outreach from Laine's camp.

Writer Nestor Quixtan argues that Laine could boost Ottawa's struggling power play on a short-term, low-cost contract. While Garrioch indicated no signing is imminent, he noted that free agents like Laine or Vladimir Tarasenko remain viable options for the Senators.

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