It's nearing the end of January, and the Senators find themselves out of a playoff spot with a record of (23-20-6). Things have not quite gone according to plan, and with each passing day it is less and less likely that they will be reaching the post-season again. Is there a chance? Of course there is. Simply because of what happened last year we can never say there is no chance.
But betting on an insane run like that to happen again would be foolish. I'll bet that the Senators won't make it, and hopefully by the trade deadline they will realize their position.