Ottawa Senators
· 2026-07-04
The Ottawa Senators selected eight new prospects in the 2026 NHL draft, including five forwards, two blueliners, and a goalie, to strengthen their team.
The Senators used their first-round picks to select Jonas Lagerberg Hoen and Jaxon Cover, two highly skilled players with great potential.
And with their 25th overall pick, the Senators chose Hoen, a Swedish winger who missed most of the season due to surgery.
The Senators' draft picks are expected to make a significant impact on the team's performance, especially with their current standing at 6th in the Eastern Conference with a 44-27 record.
But the team's chief scout, Don Boyd, is thrilled with the new additions, saying they have the potential to suit up for the Senators down the road.
The Senators will now focus on developing their new prospects, including Adam Nemec, the brother of Simon Nemec, who was drafted by the New Jersey Devils in 2022.
So the Senators' fans can expect to see some exciting new talent on the ice soon.
The team's European scout, Anders Ostberg, compared Hoen to Filip Forsberg, saying he has the ability to toe drag and shoot.
And with the Senators on a W1 streak, they are looking to build on their momentum and make a strong push in the playoffs.
The Senators' draft picks are a great addition to their roster, and fans can expect to see some great hockey in the upcoming season.