Good morning, my name is Andrew Fantucchio. It’s Monday, September 25, and here’s what I’m focused on around the NHL today.

Bailey Gets First Look With Sens:

Former Islander Josh Bailey is trying to make the Ottawa Senators’s roster while on a PTO contract this preseason and is so far making a strong case for himself.

Bailey picked up an assist to help Ottawa defeat the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2 in an exhibition on Sunday.

Travis Sanheim Ready To Lead Flyers’s Blueline:

Travis Sanheim believes he can be a leader for the Philadelphia Flyers this season with many of their former veteran defensemen now gone.

Maurice Opens Up About Losing Cup:

Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice took losing last year’s Stanley Cup Final as hard as anyone.

https://floridahockeynow.com/paul-maurice-needed-time-to-get-over-cup-loss-hes-better-now/

More From National Hockey Now:

Washington: The Capitals squared off with the Sabres to open their preseason schedule.

Boston: Young Bruins impress in shutout victory over the Rangers.

Montreal: The newest member of the Canadiens is already looking comfortable with his new team.

Nashville: Tanner Molendyk is providing the Predators with a glimpse into their future.

Colorado: Go inside the Avalanche locker room after their preseason win over the Minnesota Wild.

Los Angeles: Ups and down from the Kings’s second game of the preseason.

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