As the dust settles on the blockbuster trade that sent Matthew Tkachuk to the Calgary Flames, the remaining Senators are sending a message to the hockey world: they're not going to let the departure of their star player define their season. According to the team's general manager, the Senators are committed to pushing forward and making a strong playoff push despite the loss of Tkachuk's goal-scoring prowess. With a revamped roster and a renewed sense of determination, the Senators are looking to prove that they can still compete with the best teams in the league. As they gear up for the second half of the season, one thing is clear: the Senators are ready to take on the challenge and show the NHL what they're capable of.

Senators 'don't intend on taking a step back' after Tkachuk trade: GM  NHL.com