It’s Friday, so it’s time for some thoughts. Five of them to be precise. Let’s get to it!
Recognizing Chris Neil
After the Ottawa Senators returned home from a less-than-inspiring road trip through California, we were treated to a classy event honouring Chris Neil’s 1000th game with the club. Given the way the game is changing, Neil may be the last player of his ilk. He was emotional throughout, and it was clear the ceremony meant a lot to the Sens’ tough guy. Neil’s become a somewhat polarizing player in the end stage of his career, but I suspect even his most ardent detractors were standing and cheering Wednesday night.