The Ottawa Senators are gearing up for the 2025-26 season, and with the release of their preseason schedule, there’s a lot to talk about. After a promising 97-point season that ended in a first-round loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Senators are looking to build on that momentum and make a deeper playoff run. However, the preseason schedule has a few curveballs that have caught the attention of fans and experts alike.
A Limited Homestand and a Trip to Quebec City
The most notable aspect of the Ottawa Senators preseason schedule 2025 is the lack of games at the Canadian Tire Centre. The team will only play one true home game, a Sunday afternoon matchup against their rivals, the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Senators will, however, play two “home” games at the Videotron Centre in Quebec City. This has, of course, sparked rumors about the NHL’s potential return to Quebec City. While it’s likely just a way to expand the Senators’ brand, it’s a move that will have the hockey world buzzing.
The preseason will also see the Senators take on the Montreal Canadiens twice, once in Quebec City and once at the Bell Centre. A trip to St. Louis to face the Blues offers a nice storyline, as it’s a homecoming for captain Brady Tkachuk.
Full Ottawa Senators Preseason Schedule 2025
| Date (ET) | Opponent | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, Sept 21 – 3 pm | vs Toronto Maple Leafs | Canadian Tire Centre, Ottawa |
| Tue, Sept 23 – 7 pm | @ Toronto Maple Leafs | Scotiabank Arena, Toronto |
| Sun, Sept 28 – 3 pm | vs New Jersey Devils* | Videotron Centre, Quebec City |
| Tue, Sept 30 – 7 pm | vs Montreal Canadiens* | Videotron Centre, Quebec City |
| Thu, Oct 2 – 8 pm | @ St. Louis Blues | Enterprise Center, St. Louis |
| Sat, Oct 4 – 7 pm | @ Montreal Canadiens | Bell Centre, Montreal |
*Neutral-site games in Quebec City
Why These Six Games Matter Most
This preseason schedule, with its limited home games and neutral site contests, will be a test of the team’s focus and resilience. It will be a chance for the Senators to come together on the road and build chemistry before the games start to count. The matchups against the Maple Leafs and Canadiens will be a good early test for a team with high expectations.
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