Ottawa Senators near deal with Drake Batherson before deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 12:43 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
The Ottawa Senators are reportedly close to finalizing an eight-year contract with forward Drake Batherson, with an average annual value estimated between $10.5 million and $11 million. The announcement comes as the deadline to sign players to such lengthy deals is today. Batherson is coming off a strong season, scoring 33 goals and recording 71 points. The Boston Bruins completed their Prospects Showcase, with James Hagens scoring all four goals in their 4-3 overtime victory over the Sabres. Additionally, the New York Islanders have named Bo Horvat as their new captain, succeeding Anders Lee.
- •Senators close to signing Drake Batherson to an eight-year deal
- •Batherson scored 33 goals last season
- •James Hagens led Bruins with four goals in Prospects Showcase
- •Bruins finished Showcase with a 2-0 record
- •New York Islanders named Bo Horvat new captain
- 12:43 PMYahoo Sports — Daily Bean: Batherson Reported Extension; Bruins Prospects Showcase; NYI Names Captain
"The Boston Bruins are done with the Prospects Showcase, and now the attention turns to training camp. James Hagens showed […]
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