Senators Forward Among 15 Players Seeking Arbitration

An Ottawa forward has joined a group of 15 players filing for salary arbitration, signaling a contentious offseason for contract negotiations across the league. The arbitration process typically means teams and players couldn't find common ground on a new deal, and it sets up potentially expensive hearings for multiple franchises. This cluster of filings suggests GMs are taking harder lines on spending, which could reshape several rosters before training camp.