An interesting little piece of news out of Ottawa today, that being that Chris Phillips is set to have back surgery and will require a few months time to rehab in hopes of being ready to go for training camp.
The upcoming season marks the last year on Phillips’ 2-year extension signed in March 2014 and his 18th NHL season. After many had speculated as to whether or not Phillips would be back to play in 15-16, it appears as though undergoing back surgery will help guide Phillips back onto the Canadian Tire Centre ice in hopes of being a full-time player next season.