Worst-case scenario for Ottawa as Thomas Chabot injury update emerges

Ottawa Senators rocked by major Thomas Chabot injury blow 💔🏒

The Ottawa Senators have been hit with devastating news after learning the full extent of Thomas Chabot’s injury — and it couldn’t have come at a worse time.

With the team battling for a playoff spot, the loss of their star defenseman has sent shockwaves through the organization and its fanbase.

Injury confirmed after scary on-ice incident

Chabot was forced to leave a recent game against the New York Rangers after taking a stick from J.T. Miller.

The veteran blueliner did not return, immediately raising concerns — fears that have now been confirmed.

Surgery and long absence confirmed

The Senators have announced that Chabot suffered a fractured forearm and has already undergone surgery.

He is expected to be sidelined for six to eight weeks, effectively ruling him out for the remainder of the regular season — a crushing setback during such a critical stretch.

Defense in crisis mode

What makes the situation even more alarming is the state of Ottawa’s defense.

Even before Chabot’s injury, the team was already without several key players, including Jake Sanderson, Nick Jensen, Dennis Gilbert, and Lassi Thomson.

Losing Chabot on top of that leaves the Senators severely depleted at the back — stripping away the core of their defensive structure at the most crucial point of the season.