from New York for minor league defenceman Nick Ebert and Ottawa’s 2021 fourth-round pick.
The addition of Namestnikov, who had 11 goals and 31 points in 78 games last season, means someone will have to sit out against the St. Louis Blues on Thursday. The trade was another reminder that Smith and Dorion haven’t been pleased with the showing after two games. It’s early. But with the Blues here Thursday, and Tampa Bay on Saturday before a road trip to Las Vegas, Arizona and Dallas, it could get late early in Ottawa.Get the best of our NHL coverage and exclusives delivered directly to your inbox!Batherson, Chlapik reload
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