NOVEMBER 11 • NHL.COM
SHANE PINTO #12 - CENTER - OTTAWA SENATORS
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Shane Pinto Media Availability - Nov 11 | Ottawa Senators Shane Pinto speaks to the media following the Senators practice
Says he'll play against Toronto Pinto (undisclosed) said Monday that he'll suit up for Tuesday's game against the Maple Leafs, Bruce Garrioch of Postmedia reports.
Impact Head coach Travis Green indicated Monday that Pinto could return to game action Tuesday, and Pinto confirmed his availability following Monday's practice session. The 23-year-old has missed the last eight games due to an undisclosed injury. Prior to his absence, he logged a goal, three points, four hits, two blocked shots and a minus-3 rating while averaging 17:31 of ice time.
NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE
Could return Tuesday Head coach Travis Green said Monday that Pinto (undisclosed) could play Tuesday against Toronto, TSN 1200 Ottawa reports.
Impact Pinto has missed the last eight games due to an unspecified injury, but he appears to be trending toward a return. However, Green also said Friday that Pinto was in the mix to return Saturday against the Bruins, and the 23-year-old was held out for that matchup. Once Pinto is cleared to return, he'll likely have a middle-six role and see time on the power play.
NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE
Not ready to return Pinto (undisclosed) won't play Saturday versus the Bruins, per TSN 1200 Ottawa.
Impact Pinto will miss his eighth straight game. He was in consideration to play Saturday, so his absence may not last much longer. Once he returns, he'll likely fill a middle-six role and feature on the power play. The Senators' next game is Tuesday in Toronto.
NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE
May play Saturday Coach Travis Green said Friday that Pinto (undisclosed) could play Saturday in Boston, per TSN 1200 Ottawa.
Impact Pinto has sat out the last seven games after he was injured Oct. 22 in Utah. The 23-year-old pivot has a goal and two assists in six games this season. Look for Zack Ostapchuk to come out of the lineup if Pinto returns.
NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE
Will remain out Thursday Pinto (undisclosed) will remain sidelined for Thursday's game against the Islanders, TSN 1200 Ottawa reports.
Impact Pinto was on the ice during Thursday's morning skate, but he didn't take any regular rotations and is expected to remain sidelined for a seventh consecutive game. However, he's now skated on back-to-back days and appears to be close to returning to game action. The 23-year-old's next chance to suit up will be Saturday against Boston.
NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE
Close to returning Pinto (undisclosed) skated Wednesday and hasn't been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Islanders, Bruce Garrioch of Postmedia reports.
Impact Pinto has missed Ottawa's past six games because of the injury. He has a goal and three points in six outings this season. When Pinto is ready to return, he will likely serve in a middle-six capacity, which would probably push Zack Ostapchuk to the fourth line or out of the lineup entirely.
NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE
Deemed week-to-week Pinto (undisclosed) won't play Sunday against Colorado and is considered week-to-week, per TSN 1200 Ottawa.
Impact Pinto will miss his second straight game and could be out significantly longer than that. He has collected one goal, three points, 10 shots on net and four hits across six appearances this season. Due to Pinto's absence, Cole Reinhardt will probably remain in the lineup versus the Avalanche.
OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out for Friday Pinto (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Golden Knights, Steve Lloyd of TSN 1200 Ottawa reports.
Impact Pinto missed Thursday's practice for an undisclosed reason and will be unavailable for at least one matchup after being deemed a game-time decision. Cole Reinhardt will suit up for Ottawa in Pinto's absence. Pinto's next chance to return will be Sunday against Colorado.
OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE
Game-time call for Friday Pinto (undisclosed) is expected to be a game-time decision for Friday's game against Vegas, TSN 1200 Ottawa reports Thursday.
Impact Pinto didn't participate in Thursday's practice. He has a goal and three points in six appearances this season. He hasn't missed a game yet in 2024-25, recording two hits and one block in 17:22 of ice time in Ottawa's 4-0 win over Utah on Tuesday. If it ends up being the case that Pinto, David Perron (personal) and Artem Zub (concussion) are all unavailable, then Ottawa will need to recall someone from the minors or dress just 11 forwards and six defensemen Friday.
OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE
Shane Pinto Pregame Media vs MTL | Ottawa Senators Shane Pinto speaks to the media ahead of the Senators game against the Montreal Canadiens
OCTOBER 12 • NHL.COM
Pots goal in win Pinto scored a goal on three shots in Thursday's 3-1 win over the Panthers.
Impact Pinto's tally at 10:42 of the first period stood as the game-winner. The center had a hat trick in the preseason finale and appears to have some momentum to begin 2024-25. The 23-year-old was fifth among Senators forwards with 15:59 of ice time in their Opening Night game, so fantasy managers shouldn't be too concerned about his third-line role at even strength. Pinto has 50-point potential if he produces at a similar rate to last season.
OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE
Shane Pinto Postgame Media vs FLA | Ottawa Senators Shane Pinto speaks to the media following the Senators win over the Panthers
OCTOBER 11 • NHL.COM
Ullmark stars in Ottawa debut, Senators beat the Stanley Cup champion Panthers 3-1
Linus Ullmark made 30 saves in his first game for Ottawa, helping the Senators open the season with a 3-1 victory over the Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers on Thursday nightOCTOBER 11 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Hat trick Saturday Pinto scored three goals, including one on the power play and one shorthanded, and added an assist in Saturday's preseason win over the Canadiens.
Impact The 23-year-old potted his first two goals inside the first six minutes of the first period, staking the Senators to a lead they wouldn't relinquish. Pinto should be Ottawa's No. 3 center when everyone is healthy, with with Tim Stutzle (upper body) potentially banged up to begin the regular season, he could see top-six shifts out of the gate. Pinto missed half the 2023-24 campaign due to a suspension, but he was productive once he got on the ice with nine goals and 27 points in 41 games.
OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE
Shane Pinto Postgame Media vs MTL | Ottawa Senators Shane Pinto speaks to the media following the Senators win over the Canadiens
OCTOBER 6 • NHL.COM
Shane Pinto Pregame Availability vs BUF | Ottawa Senators Shane Pinto speaks to the media ahead of the Senators hosting the Sabres
SEPTEMBER 26 • NHL.COM
Shane Pinto, Nikolay Kulemin, and Travis Green pregame availability vs TOR
SEPTEMBER 22 • YOUTUBE
Shane Pinto pregame availability vs TOR | Ottawa Senators Shane Pinto pregame media availability vs Toronto Maple Leafs
SEPTEMBER 22 • NHL.COM
Ottawa Senators forward Shane Pinto looks ahead after gambling suspension, trying season
The Ottawa Senators are glad to have Shane Pinto ready for the beginning of the seasonSEPTEMBER 17 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS: Oilers should have used Senators' Shane Pinto blueprint to sign RFA's You have to give Steve Staios and the Ottawa Senators credit for taking care of business earlier this summer.
AUGUST 15 • EDMONTONJOURNAL.COM
Ottawa Senators' Shane Pinto reveals why he didn't fight gambling ban It turns out that a little help from his friends was enough to land Shane Pinto a half-season suspension and it could’ve been worse.
JULY 18 • EDMONTONJOURNAL.COM
Staying in Ottawa Pinto signed a two-year, $7.5 million contract with the Senators on Tuesday.
Impact After some concern that Pinto would request a trade or be priced out of the Senators' budget, the two sides were able to get a bridge deal done. Pinto had 27 points, including six on the power play, over 41 contests in 2023-24. The 23-year-old should be a consistent top-six presence in 2024-25, and he could be poised for a breakout year. He will be a restricted free agent at the conclusion of the contract.
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