Brady Tkachuk announces return to Sens lineup on Friday

Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk speaks to reporters at the Canaadian Tire Centre in Ottawa. Oct. 22, 2025. (Leah Larocque/CTV News Ottawa)

Brady Tkachuk says he will be back on the ice this week after recovering from an injury during the Ottawa Senators’ home opener.

The Senators captain was injured during the Oct. 13 game against the Nashville Predators. He underwent surgery on his right thumb and has missed 19 games.

The NHL said on social media Tkachuk will be back in the lineup on Friday, when the Sens visit the St. Louis Blues.

Tkachuk made the announcement Wednesday in an episode of his “Wingmen” podcast with his brother Matthew.

“The no-contact jersey’s coming off. I’m ready to take some bumps, take some hits, get a little battle in me. Feeling great,” he said in a preview clip posted on X. “Couple more bag skates, got to get through those... we have to check some boxes, but everything looks good for Friday.”

The Senators are currently third in the Atlantic Division, with a record of 11-7-4. The team is in Las Vegas to face the Golden Knights Wednesday before taking on the Blues on Friday.

The Sens’ next home game is Dec. 4 against the New York Rangers.

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