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Founded and established by Ottawa real estate developer Bruce Firestone, the team is the second NHL franchise to use the Ottawa Senators name. The original Ottawa Senators, founded in 1883, had a famed history, winning 11 Stanley Cups, and played in the NHL from 1917 until 1934. On Dec. 6, 1990, after a two-year public campaign by Firestone, the NHL awarded a new franchise, which began play in the 1992–93 season. In total, the present-day Senators have reached the postseason 16 times, including a trip to the 2007 Stanley Cup Final, which they lost to the Anaheim Ducks. 

NHL Rumors: Senators, Devils, Penguins, Kings, Kraken
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In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Ottawa Senators continue to interview coaches. Who is the latest name they’ve spoken to? The Pittsburgh Penguins have fired associate coach Todd Reirden. What does this mean for head coach Mike Sullivan? Will the Los Angeles Kings consider buying out Pierre-Luc Dubois? Finally, was the report of players in Seattle working to remove Dave Hakstol as coach true? Senators Interview Travis Green According to Frank Seravalli, the Ottawa Senators have interviewed Travis Green for their vacant head coaching position. He is also a candidate for the New Jersey Devils position. Because the Devils are…

3 Belleville Senators to Watch in the Calder Cup Playoffs
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For the first time since moving from Binghamton, the Belleville Senators qualified for the second round of the American Hockey League’s (AHL) Calder Cup Playoffs, defeating the Toronto Marlies three games to two. The win isn’t just big for the AHL franchise, which hadn’t won a single playoff game in six seasons, it’s also big for their parent club, which has not only one of the worst farm systems in the NHL but also finished near the bottom of the standings. Maybe, just maybe, the Ottawa Senators have some promising prospects who can make an impact at the NHL level….

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Canucks, Jets, Senators, Sabres
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In today’s NHL rumors rundown, all signs point to William Nylander playing for the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 4. Meanwhile, what was said to Thatcher Demko after learning of his injury status for this year’s playoffs? Brendan Dillion suffered a serious injury to his hand, and the interviews for the next head coach of the Ottawa Senators are underway. Finally, are the Buffalo Sabres looking for help at center, after trading a center away at the NHL Trade Deadline? William Nylander Likely to Play Game 4 Maple Leafs head coach Sheldon Keefe says the Leafs are “preparing for” William…

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Senators FAQ

What year were the Ottawa Senators founded?

The current version of the Senators was founded and established by Ottawa real estate developer Bruce Firestone in 1992.

When did the Ottawa Senators play their first game?

The Senators’ first game was played on Oct. 8, 1992, against the Montreal Canadiens. They won 5-3.

Who is the current head coach of the Ottawa Senators?

Jacques Martin is the current head coach of the Ottawa Senators.