Head coach Boucher says speed is key to getting Senators back into playoffs
OTTAWA — With a new general manager and a new head coach, the Ottawa Senators are determined to leave old habits behind as they make a push for the post-season in 2015-16.
The Senators made big changes in the off-season after failing to make the playoffs. New GM Pierre Dorion replaces Bryan Murray, who stepped aside as he continues to fight Stage 4 colon cancer. Murray remains involved as a senior adviser.
Among Dorion’s biggest moves was the hiring of head coach Guy Boucher to replace Dave Cameron and the acquisition of Derrick Brassard from the New York Rangers for Mika Zibanejad. Not to be overlooked was the signing of veteran free agent Chris Kelly.
The 45-year-old Boucher was brought in for his intensity and propensity for success on special teams.