Matinpalo’s Gold Medal Run Gives Ottawa A Summer Boost

Nikolas Matinpalo’s Worlds run has given Ottawa something to smile about, and gold medals always travel well back to the NHL. Finland’s finish puts a little extra shine on a player who is trying to turn international success into credibility at home. For the Senators, this is the kind of offseason note that matters because it speaks to depth, confidence, and a defenseman who handled pressure on a bigger stage.