Brady Tkachuk outlines reasons for leaving ahead of Ottawa return

Brady Tkachuk, now a member of the Florida Panthers, met with reporters ahead of his return to Ottawa for a game on Wednesday, Sportsnet reports. The forward held a press conference at Canadian Tire Centre to look back on his departure from the Senators and to reflect on what this first game back in his former home building with his new team represents.

According to Sportsnet, Tkachuk explained when he came to the decision that he would be leaving Ottawa. He also addressed how he expects to be received by Senators fans and how he would like his time with the organization to be remembered in the long term.

Daily Faceoff notes that Tkachuk pointed to a mix of professional and personal factors as the reason he was not going to sign a new deal in Ottawa. The outlet says he shared those details during this media availability tied to his return to the nation’s capital.

Sportsnet further reports that Tkachuk spoke about the legacy he hopes to leave in Ottawa even though he now plays in Florida. The Hockey Writers adds that these remarks come as he continues to elaborate on the trade that moved him out of the Senators organization.