Jake Sanderson Departs Opener Early With Lower-Body Injury

Ottawa Senators defenceman Jake Sanderson exited Saturday's season opener against Toronto during the first period after taking just six shifts due to a lower-body injury. Sanderson awkwardly extended his leg along the boards during a battle with Nick Paul and slammed the bench in frustration before being ruled out. Set for further evaluation Sunday, this marks the first time Ottawa labeled the issue after a preseason plagued by injury. His status for Monday's game at Boston remains uncertain.