If Ottawa continues to underachieve, though, the questions will persist. The no-movement clause in Tkachuk’s contract kicks in on July 1, and it’s ultimately on the Senators to build a team that will prove Tkachuk right in committing and reaffirming his loyalty to the franchise.

On top of that, Tkachuk praised his organization for giving him full support over the past few days amid the trade speculation. ”It just speaks to the leadership we have in this

Things are hopping in New York. While we’re still waiting to find out which team Jacob Trouba will be traded to(it’s looking like a trade, but waivers are an option) for the rest of his career, we wonder what’s behind it all.

Chris Drury has more moves in mind once the Rangers breakup with Jacob Trouba is completed. The Post’s Larry Brooks reports the Blueshirts have been in trade talks with multiple teams — with Senators forward Brady Tkachuk their primary target. The 25-year-old Ottawa captain would bring a jolt to the lifeless Rangers lineup and in multiple ways.

Brady Tkachuk has finally spoken out about the rumors linking him to the New York Rangers. Last week, Larry Brooks of The New York Times reported the Rangers have made Ottawa Senators forward Tkachuk their primary target.

Over the past few days, the annual trade rumors surrounding Brady Tkachuk came out of thin air, and this time it caught the organization’s attention and they felt the need to make some public statements.

Reached by The Athletic for comment, the Rangers via a spokesperson called Andlauer's comment "an irresponsible accusation."

Here's what Senators owner Michael Andlauer had to say regarding his frustrations about the Brady Tkachuk rumors linking him to the Rangers.

Ottawa Senators owner Michael Andlauer is accusing the New York Rangers over reports indicating they are targeting star Brady Tkachuk in a trade.