Drake Batherson Signs Historic Deal | Ottawa Senators News

Ottawa Senators News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 15, 2026 · 1m

Drake Batherson just signed the biggest contract in Ottawa Senators history—an eight-year, $86 million deal with $30M in bonuses—locking him down as a franchise cornerstone after years of elite play and loyalty to the team. Drafted in 2017, he’s now third on the team in points since joining full-time in 2018 and tied a rare NHL record by posting 71 points last season, marking his seventh consecutive year improving his point total. His performance, especially on the power play, made this extension essential for the Senators, who secured him before the cap rises, while also making him the…