"Hockey's Unexpected U-Turn: Senators Regain Stolen Draft Pick. In a shocking turn of events, the National Hockey League (NHL) has reversed its decision to strip the Ottawa Senators of a first-round draft pick. The move comes after a lengthy investigation into the team's compliance with league regulations. The Senators' draft pick had been taken away as a penalty for violating the NHL's collective bargaining agreement. Now, the team is set to regain the pick, sparking questions about the circumstances surrounding the initial decision and the league's willingness to revisit it. As the NHL continues to navigate its complex rules and regulations, this development offers a rare glimpse into the inner workings of professional hockey's governing body."

NHL stripped the Senators of a first-round draft pick. How did they get it back?  The New York Times