OTTAWA — The Ottawa Senators’ home opener promised to be a launching pad in a season for joy, optimism and reasons to believe. Instead, it finished with more questions than answers.

If a 4-1 loss to the lowly Nashville Predators in front of a sellout crowd of Senators fans ready to lift off wasn’t bad enough, Brady Tkachuk’s injury and current status now loom large.

Tkachuk got cross-checked from behind by Roman Josi in the first period. Tkachuk was furious in the moment at the reckless Josi play that appeared to injure his wrist. He continued playing, but left in the middle of the third period.

Travis Green provided no update on Tkachuk’s status after the game. He said the captain did not leave for precautionary reasons.

“Next man up (mentality),” said Green.

We might remember that t

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