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How Travis Green transformed the Senators into a contender
- Green overhauled Ottawa's system, pushing a defensive-first approach that sparked a late-season surge.
- The Senators achieved a 20-6-4 run, lifting them from basement contention to a playoff push.
- Green replaced a penalty-kill coaching issue by moving Nolan Baumgartner out and bringing in Mike Yeo.
- Green’s leadership emphasized honesty, accountability, and staying focused amid outside noise.
- Green’s work improved the team’s defensive metrics, with Ottawa rising in expected goals allowed per game.
- Green’s past coaching in Vancouver informed his current approach and system adjustments.
- Green’s philosophy stressed building a strong defensive foundation before expanding offense.
- The coaching change helped the Senators climb the standings and win key games late in the season.
- Green aims to win the Stanley Cup, a personal goal he has pursued beyond his playing career.
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