The Ottawa Senators have endured a bumpy start to the NHL season, struggling to find consistency amid injuries and tough divisional matchups. Their latest 4-3 overtime defeat against the Montreal Canadiens left them sitting at 6-5-2, fifth in the Atlantic Division, as frustration continues to mount in Ottawa.

For Brady Tkachuk, the challenge has been both physical and emotional. The Senators’ captain has played only three games this season before undergoing surgery to repair a torn thumb ligament — an injury suffered when Roman Josi cross-checked him into the boards during a 4-1 loss to the Nashville Predators.

During a media appearance at the premiere of Amazon Prime’s FACEOFF: Inside the NHL, Tkachuk shared his thoughts on the Senators’ early-season performance. While the team has face

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