A rising defenseman for the Ottawa Senators has been sent to the team’s American Hockey League affiliate to gain further development, as announced by Sens Communications. The 21-year-old, who impressed during training camp and earned a spot on the opening roster, is now playing for Belleville under a three-year contract signed earlier this year. The move comes as part of the Senators’ strategy to refine young talent ahead of the upcoming season. Fans and analysts will watch to see how Stanley’s performance in the AHL shapes his role with the NHL team.

The Ottawa Senators have loaned Hoyt Stanley to Belleville, the team’s AHL affiliate, according to Sens Communications. The 21-year-old defenseman is in year one of a three-year deal signed earlier this spring at an AAV of $1.075MM. He was a highlighted young player during the team’s training camp as he made the initial 23-man roster. […]