Ottawa Senators sign Eskild Bakke Olsen to entry-level contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 1:28 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
The Ottawa Senators have officially signed Norwegian forward Eskild Bakke Olsen to a one-year, entry-level contract as of June 16, 2026. Bakke Olsen, 24, recently played for Linköping HC in the SHL, where he recorded 32 points in 52 games. He also contributed to Norway's surprising bronze medal success at the World Championships, tallying two goals and three assists. Bakke Olsen will aim to secure a spot on the Senators' NHL roster during training camp, with plans to play in the AHL if not. This move follows his successful stint in Sweden and prior experience with his hometown team, Storhamar.
- •Eskild Bakke Olsen signed a one-year entry-level contract with Senators.
- •Bakke Olsen recorded 32 points in the SHL last season.
- •He played for Norway at the World Championships, earning a bronze medal.
- •Bakke Olsen will compete for a spot on the NHL roster at training camp.
- •If he doesn't make the NHL, he will join the AHL team in Belleville.
- 1:28 AMYahoo Sports — Senators Sign Norwegian Forward To Entry-Level Deal
"Fresh off a historic World Championship bronze with Norway, SHL standout Eskild Bakke Olsen brings his offensive flair to North America for a shot at the Senators’ roster.
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