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Gudbranson, 28, has appeared in 518 career
games in nine seasons with the Florida Panthers (2011-12 to
2015-16), Vancouver Canucks (2016-17 to 2018-19), Pittsburgh
Penguins (2018-19 to 2019-20) and Anaheim (2019-20). The
stay-at-home defenseman has notched 73 points (20 goals, 53
assists) while accumulating 581 penalty minutes.
He split last season between Pittsburgh and Anaheim, notching
four goals, five assists and 95 penalty minutes.
The trade represents a homecoming for Gudbranson, who was born
in Ottawa and played for the Kingston Frontenacs of the Ontario
Hockey League as an amateur. He was the No. 3 overall pick by
the Panthers in 2010.
"Erik Gudbranson provides another sizable presence to our
defense corps," Senators general manager Pierre Dorion said.
"He's a reliable veteran who plays an intimidating style of game
and someone who will add a combination of grit, energy and, most
importantly, leadership to our lineup."
--Field Level Media
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