Samuel Ersson Slated to Make Senators Debut in Preseason Clash

Goaltender Samuel Ersson is expected to start in goal for the Ottawa Senators in Monday's preseason road matchup, marking his team debut. The 26-year-old backstop is seeking a fresh start following a 2025-26 campaign where he logged a 14-11-5 record, 3.12 GAA, and .870 save percentage over 33 starts. Ersson is currently competing against Leevi Merilainen for Ottawa's top backup goaltending role behind the starter.