In a major shake-up for the Ottawa Senators, forward Filip Forsberg was not involved in the trade but fellow forward Maxime Lajoie was traded for a different player, however, it's the departure of former captain Matthew Tkachuk that has left a leadership void in the team. To fill this gap, the Senators are counting on forward Claude Giroux to step up and take on a more prominent role. With over 1,600 games of NHL experience under his belt, Giroux brings a wealth of knowledge and skill to the table, making him an ideal candidate to help guide the team through this transition period. As Giroux prepares to take on a more significant leadership role, fans will be eager to see how he adapts to his new responsibilities and whether he can help the Senators regain their footing in the competitive NHL.

Giroux set to help lead Senators after departure of former captain Tkachuk  NHL.com