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Brady Tkachuk opens up on whether he wants the Ottawa Senators to trade him
Ottawa Senators Captain Brady Tkachuk Dismisses Trade Rumors on Recent Podcast
For months, rumors have swirled about the potential trade of Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk, first mentioned by Ryan Whitney of the Spittin' Chiclets podcast back in February. Whitney's sources suggested Ottawa might move Tkachuk, a claim that has since proven unfounded.
"The Sens have something cooking right now. Rumor Boys hearing that Ottawa would maybe move Brady Tkachuk. Can't believe it though because no one could be that dumb. 9 points out of playoffs with 2 games in hand,"
Whitney said in late February.Months later, Ottawa Senators General Manager Steve Staios addressed these rumors, dismissing them as "complete B.S." This week, Tkachuk himself was a guest on the Locked On Senators podcast, where he set the record straight.
"[The rumours] are exactly why I got off of social media because these rumours came out of nowhere and are not at all how I'm feeling. I've always said that my number one goal is to bring a Stanley Cup back to Ottawa... the dream and the fire to do it burns even more now, the rumours are nowhere near true,"
Tkachuk said.Tkachuk's comments reflect his commitment to the Senators and his determination to lead the team to a Stanley Cup victory, a feat the franchise hasn't achieved since 1927. His loyalty and focus are crucial as the team heads into a pivotal season.
Next season is critical for the Ottawa Senators, who are aiming for their first playoff appearance since 2017 under new head coach Travis Green. Achieving a playoff spot—whether in the Atlantic Division or via a wild card—will require strong performances from Tkachuk and his teammates, including Tim Stutzle, Shane Pinto, and Drake Batherson.
"Brady Tkachuk addresses the trade rumors head-on and affirms his dedication to the Senators. His leadership and drive are exactly what Ottawa needs to break their playoff drought,"
a fan tweeted.Tkachuk's emphatic denial of the trade rumors and his expressed passion for bringing success to Ottawa will surely resonate with fans and teammates alike, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.
Source: Blade of Steel
Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk shoots down trade rumours
Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk shoots down trade rumours
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JUILLET 24 | 49 ANSWERS Brady Tkachuk opens up on whether he wants the Ottawa Senators to trade him Will the Ottawa Senators make the Stanley Cup Playoffs next season? | ||
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