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Sens Lock In Batherson for 8 Years | Ottawa Senators News
The Ottawa Senators just handed Drake Batherson a historic eight-year, $86 million contract—making him the highest-paid player in franchise history. Signed ahead of NHL’s upcoming deadline, this deal locks him in through the 2027-28 season with $30M in bonuses and a no-move clause for four years, signaling deep faith in his future as the team’s cornerstone. Drafted in 2017, Batherson has grown into a top scorer for Ottawa, ranking third all-time in goals and points, and hit career highs last season. With new CBA rules limiting extensions to seven years, the Senators moved fast to secure their…
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