The Zubcast

In episode 30 of The Zubcast, we celebrate Ottawa's first 4 game winning streak in over 5 years! We dive into the specifics of each game, discuss Forsberg's Masterton nomination, and complete a consensus "Zubcast Top 5 Hottest Sens". 4 GAME WINNING STREAK Gaudette dashes his former team's playoff hopes Stützle scores beautiful shootout winner in Columbus Sellout win against Mon...

In episode 29 of The Zubcast, we attempt to forecast the bracket for the upcoming NHL playoffs. We make predictions regarding the Western Conference wild card race, how each hypothetical matchup will play out, and why the Wild will sweep the Blues in round 1. Another Week in Sens Hockey Another Sens'ing against Detroit Comeback win in Boston Eventful OT loss to Toronto Playoff Bracket Hypothet...

In episode 28 of The Zubcast, we march on as the Sens approach the final few weeks of the regular season. In preparation for the upcoming summer, we try to project deals for the main expiring players like Josh Norris, Mathieu Joseph, Alex Formenton, and Erik Brännström. Recent Sens Stretch Controversial win in Montreal We played the Rangers, it sucked Acceptable loss against Winnipeg Tribute game...

In episode 27 of The Zubcast, we cover a pair of incredible hat-trick victories by the Senators. We also talk about the newly-clinched Ottawa 67's, Søgaard's debut victory, and all the mascot implications of Sparty's Birthday Party. Detroit gets formally Sens'd Mathieu Joseph & Josh Norris hat-tricks Mads Søgaard wins in his NHL debut Sparty's Birthday Party & Mascot As...

In episode 26 of The Zubcast, we welcome Sanderson Season! We discuss all the possible related questions such as his jersey number, rooming situation, likely defensive partner, and even AHL playoff eligibility. It's Sanderson Season! Jake Sanderson signs his ELC What number will he wear? Who will he room with? Who will be his D partner? How many games will he be able to play? Is he eligible fo...

In episode 25 of The Zubcast, we have finally made it to the trade deadline. We analyze all of Ottawa's moves including the Hamonic and Paul trades, on top of declaring winners for all the other major trades such as the Giroux, Rakell & Giordano deals. A Not-So-Quiet Deadline in Ottawa Hamonic for a 3rd Nick Paul for Joseph and a 4th Josh Brown for Senyshyn and a 5th Sanford for a 5th Mich...

In episode 24 of The Zubcast, we recap this wild recent stretch of games. We also ponder the upcoming goalie dilemma, the recent Mete rumours, the high expectations for Jake Sanderson, and even get into some jersey discourse. Wild Ways to Win & Lose Goal-fest in Arizona Heartbreak in Vegas Dominance in St. Louis Salvation against Seattle Collapse against Chicago Goalie Decision on the Horizon...

In episode 23 of The Zubcast, we are back from our 2 month hiatus! We return by recapping the recent happenings concerning the oh-so-injured Ottawa Senators, celebrating the recent Women's Olympic Gold, and debating over which NHLer's career we would rather have. What's happened in Ottawa recently? Injuries Galore Brännström & Formenton stepping up Ideal Future Acquisitions Nick Pa...

In episode 22 of The Zubcast, it's finally World Junior time!!!!!!! We go through every team at the tournament, looking at possible storylines, analyzing the 2022 draft-eligible prospects, predicting standings/medals, and projecting possible MVP picks. Solid Sens Stretch Absolute murder against the Panthers Close loss vs Tampa Comeback OTL vs Philly Miscellaneous News Spider-Man: No Way Home N...

In episode 21 of The Zubcast, we analyze the Sens' somewhat successful efforts at escaping the NHL basement. We also discuss Forsberg's stellar play, Tkachuk's performance since the bite and Adam Gaudette's curse-crushing crystals. We're no longer the worst? Surprise wins over Colorado, Carolina & Tampa Attempting to crawl out of the basement Hard-fought loss against the Is...

In episode 20 of The Zubcast, we wallow in Ottawa's defeat at the hands of the mighty Vancouver Canucks. We also lighten things up by talking about possible ideas for the Sens media content team, Viktor Lodin becoming a highlight reel factory, and a new eatery establishment at the CTC. Sens Sad State of Affairs Sadness Pain Frustration Random Ramblings Viktor Lodin continues to pop off The new...

In episode 19 of The Zubcast, we take a break from the NHL Sens and shift over to the prospect performances throughout the org. We focus on Jake Sanderson, Tyler Boucher and Viktor Lodin while also taking an early look at the contending World Juniors rosters. Sens Prospect Standouts Sanderson's stellar start to the season The two physical NCAA Tylers Lodin leading the last place Timrå An optim...

In episode 18 of The Zubcast, we scour through an illness & injury riddled week for the Senators going through the latest postponement news, protocol-list additions, player debuts, long-term injuries and much more. COVID Consequences List of Sens Players in COVID Protocol continues to expand One week of postponements (3 games) Outcomes of a busy weekend at home vs PIT & CGY Debuts & In...

In episode 17 of The Zubcast, we rejoice as The Brännchise has finally been recalled! We also discuss the unlucky COVID stretch that the team is going through, the resulting line-jumbling, and, finally, we can analyze a Jack Eichel trade! Re-calls Galore  Brännström finally getting another chance in the NHL Sokolov looking to start his NHL career Scotty Sabs returns Unstable Lines More complaining...

In episode 16 of The Zubcast, we hold our first "post-game style" episode, recording directly after Tuesday's game against the Wild. We give a recap and our thoughts on the roadtrip, Ottawa's ideal goaltending deployment, and the still-struggling bottom 4D. Roadtrip Recap Gus holds on to give Sens a 4-1 win over the Stars More nightmares in Chicago Sens leave crazy tilt in Minnesot...

In episode 15 of The Zubcast, we start by covering the disturbing developments of the Jenner & Block lead lawsuit against the Chicago Blackhawks (as of 5pm Oct 27th). We also talk about the incredible weekend the 67s had, the Sens' acquisition of Dylan Gambrell and find out that Adam hates puns. A Less than Stellar Sens Stretch Referee Controversy Dylan Gambrell Trade Brännström's agen...

BRADYYYYYYYYYYYYYY!!!!! In episode 14 of The Zubcast, we rejoice in all the Sens-ness of the last week. The lads pour over the 7-year Tkachuk deal, the opening-night win against the Leafs, and, strangely enough, have a discussion on the economics of the Canadian Tire Centre. The Senators' Incredible First Week of the Season Brady gets a long-term extension A Formal Apology to Chris Tierney Our...

In episode 12 of The Zubcast, we celebrate Artyom Zub's first birthday as an Ottawa Senator! We also talk about the recent Canucks signings, the big round of cuts at Sens training camp, and make some over/under predictions for the 2021-22 Senators season. The Last RFAs Vancouver locks up Hughes & Pettersson The latest on Brady Tkachuk ZUB Zub's first birthday as a Senator Zub's fir...

In episode 11 of The Zubcast, we have made it! The Sens are actually playing hockey once again! We dive into the highlight-packed Sens-Jets tilt, along with the recent Logan Brown deal, and the newest developments in Jack Eichel's less-than-ideal situation. The Logan Brown Saga Comes to an End in Ottawa Analyzing his 5-year career in the capital Was this a fair trade for both sides? Who are th...

In episode 10 of The Zubcast, we are finally reaching the end of the off-season content drought as rookie camps take place across the league. We also dive into more tidbits of news such as the Logan Brown contract, the Tyler Ennis PTO, the Moldenhauer trade, and the infamous Matthew Tkachuk interview. Continuation of Sens Rookie Camp Senators defeat Habs 4-3 in first game of rookie home-and-home N...

In episode 9 of The Zubcast, we finally tackle our first edition of Sens Obscure Trivia! We also talk about some news out of Senators dev camp and touch on some burning questions regarding the upcoming 67s season. Sens News & Dev Camp Dorion extension Gabriel Pizza replaces Pizza Pizza! Tkachuk's whereabouts Dev camp analysis (Can Crookshank really make the team?) 67's on the ice for t...

In episode 8 of The Zubcast, we celebrate as Batherson signs a long term deal with the Senators & team Canada wins gold in dramatic fashion at the Women's Worlds. We also analyze the result of the successful Kotkaniemi offer sheet along with its subsequent Dvorak trade. Big News in the Nation's Capital Batherson extends for 6 years at 4.975M Rumours surrounding the Tkachuk negotiations...

In episode 7 of The Zubcast, we take a look at some crazy moves from this past week of the NHL offseason including matching deals for Svechnikov & Couturier along with Carolina's big splash. We also investigate this year's B-Sens roster and how the lines might shake out. Big Deals Around the League Svechnikov gets his payday with an 8y 7.75M contract How does this affect Brady Tkachuk&...

In episode 6 of The Zubcast, we analyze the finishing touches to the 2021 NHL offseason along with Henrik Lundqvist's recent retirement, the Women's Worlds, and our projections of what Ottawa's lines could look like on opening night. NHL Offseason Announcements Lundqvist retirement Saros locks up Preds starting spot with 20M extension Calgary extends a third of their D-core And more RF...

In episode 5 of The Zubcast, we welcome Sens 2021 7th round pick Chandler Romeo as our first ever special guest! We also look at a variety of possible trades based on recent reports, including how no-move clauses could affect those available options. Chandler Romeo Interview (00:00) His experience with the virtual draft The connections he's already made with players in the org Playing in Ottaw...