Ottawa Senators' GM Steve Staios praised captain Brady Tkachuk (Source: Imagn)
The Ottawa Senators are making progress under captain Brady Tkachuk toward ending their playoff drought, which has lasted since 2017. Heading into the Christmas break, the team held the second wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference with an 18-14-2 record. They recently had a six-game winning streak, which ended with a 3-1 loss to the Edmonton Oilers on Sunday.
Captain Brady Tkachuk has been a key part of the Senators’ improvement this season. Known for his physical play and emotional energy, Tkachuk has faced criticism in the past for his on-ice intensity.
However, Senators General Manager Steve Staios believes Tkachuk’s leadership is crucial for the team’s success.
"The competitive is real on a nightly basis and consistent basis," Staios told NHL reporter Derek Van Diest. "That’s the one thing about his leadership quality that he brings it every single night."
