Brady Tkachuk Prepares for Emotional Ottawa Return Following Blockbuster Trade to Panthers

Brady Tkachuk will return to Ottawa on Wednesday, October 21, for the first time as a visiting player since being traded to the Florida Panthers.

The former Senators captain spent eight seasons with Ottawa before requesting a trade following last season.

Florida acquired Tkachuk in June, sending a package of draft picks to the Senators.

His return comes with plenty of anticipation about how Ottawa fans will receive their former captain.

Tkachuk has acknowledged that boos are possible and said he understands the passion of the fan base.

MCSN's Take

Fans have every right to be disappointed when a franchise player requests a trade.

But Tkachuk's departure doesn't erase the years he spent representing Ottawa.

Wednesday will be emotional, and the reaction from Senators fans will be part of the story.

Ultimately, both sides have moved forward. The best response now will come on the ice.