This is going to be the first ever NHL affiliation for the Thunder, who have operated independently since their inception in 1992.
They originally played in the CHL from 1992 until 2014, but moved to the ECHL before the 2014-2015 season.
This is a great opportunity for the Thunder. They will have a crucial role in developing future NHL players, and the Senators will utilize players in their future who have been groomed through experiences wearing a Thunder jersey.
The team plays at Intrust Bank Arena, which is located in downtown Wichita.