What Happened
Ottawa announced Sunday that defenceman Jorian Donovan has been recalled from the club's AHL affiliate, his second NHL call-up of the season. In the same move, defenceman Cam Crotty was placed on injured reserve after sitting out two games because of illness. Donovan, 22, did not appear in a game during his earlier call-up this season and has yet to record a point in three AHL outings this year.
Key Details
- Donovan, 22, was a 2022 fifth-round pick by Ottawa.
- He played two NHL games last season without registering a point.
- He posted four goals and 17 assists in 61 AHL games last season.
- Crotty missed two games due to illness before landing on IR.
- Donovan could enter the lineup Monday against New Jersey.
What It Means
Donovan gives Ottawa another left-shot option on the back end while Crotty is unavailable. The 22-year-old has limited NHL experience, with two scoreless games last season, and has not yet produced offensively at the AHL level this season. His recall suggests the Senators want additional defensive depth for the immediate schedule rather than a permanent promotion.
What's Next
Ottawa returns to action Monday against the New Jersey Devils, when Donovan could make his season debut. Crotty's status will depend on his recovery from illness, with no timeline announced.