Five Years Later, Senators' 2021 Draft Class Is a Mixed Bag

Ottawa’s 2021 draft class is now old enough to judge properly, which means no more hiding behind upside and projection. Some picks have likely moved the needle, some have stalled, and some have simply reminded the organization how unforgiving draft day can be. That is the reality in this league: teams spend years trying to turn a stack of names into real NHL value, and the clock never stops ticking. This look back shows which bets are paying off and which ones are still waiting to cash.