Blockbuster Trade: Ottawa Senators Target Flames’ Star Chris Tanev

With the NHL Trade Deadline looming closer each passing day, teams are eager to strengthen their rosters or offload assets based on their performance this season. The Calgary Flames and Ottawa Senators currently find themselves without a clear direction. There are whispers of a potential trade brewing between the two teams, centering around the highly regarded Flames defenseman, Chris Tanev. During the Headlines Segment on Saturday, Elliotte Friedman noted that Tanev is a prominent figure in the NHL, making him an ideal candidate for the Senators’ attention.

Friedman revealed that the Senators have shown interest in acquiring Tanev, as the team’s general manager, Steve Staios, previously expressed a desire to target experienced and well-rounded players to support their young squad. The Flames and the Senators currently lack a clear strategy to conclude the season, but they are both motivated to make changes.

While neither team is considered a contender this season or expected to rebound and contend next season, they are eager to make moves and return to playoff contention as soon as possible.

Tanev has become a sought-after acquisition this season: will the Senators be successful in securing him?

In the current season, Tanev, who is 34 years old, has managed to score only one goal and provide eight assists, accumulating a total of nine points over 45 games. It is highly probable that he will be traded before the trade deadline, whether it is to the Senators or another team in need of an improved defense.

If the Senators want to acquire him, they will have to persuade him that they have what it takes to win, as other competitive teams have expressed interest in him. It is important to note that any potential trade involving Tanev would likely come at a high cost, and considering the Senators’ focus on nurturing young talent and building for the future, it seems unlikely that a deal involving Tanev and the Senators will materialize.