What Happened
Travis Green is leading the Ottawa Senators into his third season as head coach. The Senators were the last NHL team to open their season, and that first game was Green's 500th as an NHL head coach. He is expected to coach his 200th game for Ottawa later this season. Green also addressed recent media scrutiny after a local radio host questioned how he described injuries.
Key Details
- Green is in his third season with the Senators.
- Ottawa was the last team to play its first game this season.
- His first game this season was his 500th as an NHL head coach.
- He is likely to reach 200 games coached for Ottawa later this season.
- Green received four first-place votes for the Jack Adams Award last season.
- A radio host criticized his injury descriptions, prompting Green to deny lying to the media.
What It Means
Green's third season in Ottawa comes after a year in which he received Jack Adams Award consideration. His 500th NHL game and upcoming 200th with the Senators mark a lengthy coaching tenure. The early-season media exchange highlights the scrutiny that accompanies the role, even before the team has played its first game.