Coming In Hot with Wallace, York & Nichols

The new season is right around the corner, but what’s the one big concern hanging over the Ottawa Senators? From lineup depth and player health to special teams and consistency, Wally, Yorkie and Graeme share their concerns heading into the season. We’ll debate the biggest question mark heading into the year and what it means for the Sens’ playoff hopes. Join the conversation, share your thoughts...

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Sens Summer Series: Guest GM Steve Staios! Senators General Manager Steve Staios joins the show as training camp is just 2 weeks away. It’s been a relatively quiet offseason in Ottawa, but there’s still plenty to discuss. We dive into the latest on the Shane Pinto contract negotiations, what fans can expect heading into training camp, and which roster spots are truly up for grabs. Staios also give...

Sens Summer Series – Nick Jensen Joins the Show! What a ride for Nick Jensen! A steady veteran presence on the blueline, Nick brought poise, leadership, and reliability to the Sens’ backend all season long. He logged big minutes against top competition, chipped in key points when it mattered most, and helped mentor a young defensive core. Now he’s joining us to share his story, his season, and wha...

Sens Summer Series: Guest Claude Giroux! The legend joins the show! Claude Giroux sits down with the boys for a deep dive into his time with the Sens, what keeps him motivated after nearly 1,200 NHL games. We get into his leadership role in the locker room, his reflections on the 2024–25 playoff push, and what he sees as the next steps for this team. We will chat about Giroux re-signing a one-year...

Sens Summer Series – Nikolas Matinpalo Joins the Show! What a year for Nikolas Matinpalo! From cracking the Sens lineup to locking down a regular spot on the blueline, Nik turned heads all season long — capped off by a stellar playoff performance. He earned a new 2-year deal, repped Finland at the 4 Nations Faceoff and the World Championship, and now he's joining us to break it all down. Big year....

(Abridged Version) Sens Summer Series – Nikolas Matinpalo Joins the Show! What a year for Nikolas Matinpalo! From cracking the Sens lineup to locking down a regular spot on the blueline, Nik turned heads all season long — capped off by a stellar playoff performance. He earned a new 2-year deal, repped Finland at the 4 Nations Faceoff and the World Championship, and now he's joining us to break it...

Former NHL executive and current Sportsnet 590 host Mike Futa joins the show! We sit down with the always candid and insightful Mike Futa — co-host of The FAN Hockey Show on Sportsnet 590 — to talk all things NHL. From front office stories to player development and the current state of the game, Futa brings a unique perspective from years in hockey ops. Plus, he shares his honest take on the Ottaw...

Which Canadian Team in the East Will Rise? | Guest: Frankie Corrado In this episode, we're joined by former NHL defenseman and analyst Frankie Corrado to break down the battle of the Canadian teams in the Eastern Conference! 🇨🇦🏒 Who has the edge heading into the new season — the Ottawa Senators, Montreal Canadiens, or Toronto Maple Leafs? We’re talking rosters, off-season moves, team direction, a...

Mark Stone Joins the Show! | Cup Champ, 4 Nations Winner Stanley Cup champion, 4 Nations Face-Off winner, and Vegas Golden Knights captain Mark Stone joins Coming In Hot! We talk about his days in Ottawa, winning it all in Vegas, Helping Canada to victory at the 4 Nations Face-Off, and what it would mean to represent his country at the upcoming 2026 Olympics. Plus, insight into his leadership styl...

The NHL dropped the full 2025-26 schedule today and we’ve got all the angles covered for Ottawa Senators fans. We’ll break down: ✅ Key matchups ✅ Big road trips ✅ Back-to-backs ✅ Home opener ✅ And what this schedule means for the Sens’ playoff push Join us for instant analysis and fan reaction. Hit that 🔔 and don’t miss it! Thanks to our Partners: 🚨 bet365: Whatever the sport, whatever the...

Sens Summer Series: Guest Brady Tkachuk! The Captain is in the building! Brady Tkachuk joins the show for a wide-ranging chat you won’t want to miss. We dive into what it was like playing in his first NHL playoff series, how the Four Nations Face-Off changed his mindset, and just how dominant he felt during that tournament—despite playing through an injury. What the next steps are for this Sens te...

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🏒 Sens Summer Series: Shean Donovan Joins the Show! Former Ottawa Senators player and development coach Shean Donovan sits down with us to talk hockey, player development, and what it takes to make the jump to the NHL. Plus NHL alumni & Ottawa native Shawn Rivers drops by to talk about training for an Ironman! We cover: ✅ His playing days across the NHL ✅ Life behind the scenes as a develop...

Sens Summer Series | Guest: Lars Eller Stanley Cup Champion Lars Eller joins the show fresh off signing with the Ottawa Senators. The veteran centre breaks down his decision to come to Ottawa, what he brings to the team, and his goals for the upcoming season. Wally, Yorkie, and Graeme chat with Eller about: 🏒 His Cup-winning experience and Cup winning goal 🧠 Veteran leadership in a young locker...

Sens Summer Series – Guest: Nick Cousins Nick Cousins is back in Ottawa for another year — and back on the show! Fresh off re-signing with the Sens, Cousins joins the boys to talk about why he wanted to stay, what he expects from the team this season, and his excitement about the direction the Sens are heading. As always, expect a few laughs and some classic Cousins moments. Thanks to our Partners...

Eller Statesman 🏒 The Ottawa Senators make their biggest free agent splash by signing Stanley Cup Champion Lars Eller — a battle-tested vet with a winning pedigree. Yorkie, Wally, and Graeme break down what Eller brings to the lineup: 🏆 Championship experience 🧠 Veteran leadership 🔒 Two-way reliability 🔥 The steady presence Ottawa’s young core needs We also dive into: 🔹 Depth signings and wh...

Claude Giroux returns to the Ottawa Senators, and he’s the face of a busy weekend in Sensland. Former Senator Jamie Baker joins Wally and Graeme to break down Giroux’s re-signing, the trade for Jordan Spence, and the Sens’ moves at the NHL Draft. With free agency about to open, what will Ottawa do next? Big names. Big moves. Don’t miss it. Thanks to our Partners: 🚨 bet365: Whatever the sport, wha...

Sens Summer Series – Guest: Dylan Cozens The Workhorse from Whitehorse joins the show! Dylan Cozens sits down with Wally, Yorkie, and Graeme to talk about his trade to the Ottawa Senators, adjusting to a new team, and his playoff mindset. He opens up about his time in Buffalo, his offseason passions like LEGO and fishing, and what Sens fans can expect from him this season. Don’t miss this one – Co...

Sens GM Steve Staios and head scout Don Boyd met with the media to talk Claude Giroux’s contract talks, their strategy for the 21st pick in Friday’s NHL Draft, and where Carter Yakemchuk might fit in next season’s lineup. Is the young blueliner NHL-ready? We break it all down — plus, former NHL goalie and current analyst Carter Hutton joins the show to give his take on Ottawa’s off-season moves an...

Sens Summer Series Guest: Bill Muckalt Wally, Yorkie, and Graeme welcome former Ottawa Senator Bill Muckalt to the show! He was part of the biggest trade in franchise history — and he's got stories to tell. From his one season in Ottawa to his NHL career and his life behind the bench, we cover it all. Plus — with the NHL Draft just days away and Claude Giroux still unsigned, the crew dives into wh...

Sens Summer Series: Alex Daigle Returns! 🏒 Yorkie’s BFF is back! Alex Daigle joins the show to try and talk hockey—if Yorkie doesn’t derail the convo with his legendary chit-chat. The Daigle breaks down Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final, gives his take on Mathieu Darche running the Islanders, and weighs in on Claude Giroux’s future in Ottawa. PLUS: Wally’s back with more giveaways from the basement...

🔁 Back in the Fold: Lassi Thomson Returns to the Sens! Lassi Thomson is coming back! The former first round pick has signed a 1 year deal with the Ottawa Senators after playing last season in Sweden. Has he turned a corner — or is this just insurance in case Nick Jensen isn't ready post-hip surgery? Wally, Yorkie and Graeme break it all down, plus your emails, messages, and more Sens talk as the...

Sens Summer Series | Guest: Nate Thompson Former Ottawa Senator, veteran NHLer, and now a rising voice in broadcasting, Nate Thompson joins Coming In Hot! We dive into his time in Ottawa, life after hockey, his new podcast, and the transition from player to analyst. From locker room stories to insights behind the mic, this is one you don't want to miss. Thanks to our Partners: 🚨 bet365: Whatever...

With the offseason in full swing, Wally, Yorkie, and Graeme break down key comments from Michael Andlauer and Steve Staios at the Senators Alumni Golf Tournament. Trade rumours, contract and injury updates, budgets and more! What does it all mean for the upcoming season? We also break down Yorkie’s golf game. :) PLUS – it’s Wally’s Great Giveaway Week! Prizes are up for grabs, and chaos is guarant...