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Julian McKenzie

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news, enterprise and sens (the athletic/nyt) host of the chris johnston show (SDPN) Black Aces (Triumph Books/Feb. 2026) Pre-order my book here: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/black-aces-essential-stories-from-hockeys-black-trailblazers/9781637278628.html

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Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · May 22

I'm pleased to share the cover of my upcoming book, Black Aces! It features essential stories from some of hockey's most iconic and prominent Black figures. It'll be available for all on Feb. 3, 2026. But you can pre-order your copy now:

@triumphbooks.bsky.social

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Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 2h

Per the Senators: Brady Tkachuk has completed successful surgery on his right thumb. He’ll be out 6-8 weeks.

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Murat Ates @wpgmurat.bsky.social · 9h

How a soft-spoken NHL star uses his platform to raise awareness for Parkinson’s

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How a soft-spoken NHL star uses his platform to raise awareness for Parkinson’s

Kyle Connor has had a transformative year, but his biggest impact may be off the ice as he tries to honor one of his late father's dreams.

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Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 5h

I really shouldn’t be laughing at this but LOL

Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 10h

My file from last night's game. Crucial adjustments necessary for these #Sens in the absence of Brady Tkachuk and a struggling penalty kill.

“A lot of it is our own mistakes. It’s things that we can fix as a group and as a team..." - Thomas Chabot

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No Brady Tkachuk and a poor PK: Crucial adjustments needed for struggling Senators

It's early in the season, but 1-3-0 Ottawa is without Tkachuk (right hand injury) and in need of adjustments to snap a three-game skid.

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Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 20h

Idk if you're being condescending or not. But I watched those games and I'm very aware of the Sens' struggles against Buffalo.

Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 21h

- Seeing Jordan Spence get comfortable offensively was a plus. Three assists for him.

- Game started tilting after Buffalo's SHG, game-tying goal in the second. It's early days. But a bit concerning to see the Senators not take control of the game against the Sabres. Even if they were desperate.

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Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 21h

Some thoughts after Ottawa's 8-4 loss to Buffalo:

- 8 PPGs allowed through 4 games. Tough start for Senators' PK, once again not showing enough aggression and allowing offences to thrive with too much space on the ice.

- Felt like Leevi Merilainen was losing more confidence as the game went on.

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Heather Engel @engelheather.bsky.social · 1d

Sabres are in white tonight. Senators wearing their new red alternates.

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Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 1d

From my brother Eric Stephens: Willie O’Ree at 90: Why he still matters to the NHL — and always will.
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Willie O'Ree at 90: Why he still matters to the NHL — and always will

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La Brigade @labrigadepod.bsky.social · 1d

🎧 Nouvel épisode maintenant disponible!

Brady sur la touche, début de saison difficile
et le 3e chandail arrive - discussion avec
@jkamckenzie.bsky.social

Pour écouter l’épisode au complet👇
labrigadepodcast.ca

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La Brigade @labrigadepod.bsky.social · 1d

🎙️ Nouvel épisode de #LaBrigade avec @jkamckenzie.bsky.social!

Au menu cette semaine :
Brady absent pour un mois
Débuts de Yakemchuk
Zetterlund sur le premier trio
Merriläinen bientôt?
Le 3e chandail fait ses débuts jeudi
…et plus encore!

Disponible dès ce soir! #GoSensGo

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Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 2d

"We have a lot of older guys, and guys who have been around who can step in and help out. But at the end of the day, you can’t replace a player like that...

What's next for the Senators after losing Brady Tkachuk for at least the next 4 weeks, if not more.

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What’s next for Senators after losing Brady Tkachuk for at least 4 weeks?

The Senators say they'll know more Wednesday about whether their captain needs surgery after being injured vs. Nashville on Monday.

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Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 2d

Brady Tkachuk will be out for a "significant amount of time" due to his right wrist/hand injury according to head coach Travis Green. Could be four weeks..."could be a little more than that."

The #Sens will know more in the next 24 hours, including whether or not he'll need surgery.

Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 2d

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Senators’ mentality gets its first test with potential Brady Tkachuk injury vs. Nashville

Senators’ mentality gets its first test with potential Brady Tkachuk injury vs. Nashville

During the first period, Tkachuk was cross-checked into the boards by Predators defenceman Roman Josi. He didn't finish the game.

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Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 2d

Drake Batherson says he feels good to play tomorrow.

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Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 2d

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Senators’ mentality gets its first test with potential Brady Tkachuk injury vs. Nashville

Senators’ mentality gets its first test with potential Brady Tkachuk injury vs. Nashville

During the first period, Tkachuk was cross-checked into the boards by Predators defenceman Roman Josi. He didn't finish the game.

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Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 7d

“I hate to be saying this here in front of him…everything that he’s accomplished is something that is all motivation to me.”

My feature story on Brady Tkachuk, and charting his own path. @theathletic.com

www.nytimes.com/athletic/669...

Senators captain Brady Tkachuk seeks own NHL path as brother Matthew’s stardom soars

Tkachuk hopes to lead Ottawa back to the playoffs for the second consecutive year — and to build his own NHL legacy.

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Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 9d

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Senators finalize opening-night roster: What’s next for Carter Yakemchuk?

Senators finalize opening-night roster: What's next for Carter Yakemchuk?

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Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 10d

"It took the Ottawa Senators to come in for four days for (the Montreal Canadiens) to realize this is a great market for them.”

Sens majority owner Michael Andlauer spoke on his team's Quebec City experience today. @theathletic.com

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Senators owner Michael Andlauer takes shot at Canadiens in discussing Quebec City trip

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Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 11d

For those who may have missed it, some #sens news. Stephen Halliday loaned to Belleville. Jan Jenik, Hayden Hodgson, Olle Lycksell, Arthur Kaliyev, Lassi Thomson and Mads Sogaard have been put on waivers.

Carter Yakemchuk remains with the team. Sens at 24 players. Need to be at 23 by 5pm ET tmrw.

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Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 11d

If you have questions for NHL insider Chris Johnston, send them over! @sdpnsports.bsky.social. We're answering as many as we can for #AskCJ on the next Chris Johnston Show.

NHL season starts soon👀

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Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 11d

Thanks for this! And thanks for reading!

Yeah, MacDermid is gonna have to prove that he’s more than just a fighter. I’m open to being surprised.

Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 11d

“He’s a top five, top three (heavyweight) in this league. Every time I play against him, you always want to have your head up because he’s coming."

Making sense of the Kurtis MacDermid trade for @theathletic.com
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Making sense of the Senators’ acquisition of Kurtis MacDermid from New Jersey

Kurtis MacDermid made his preseason debut with the Senators a little over 24 hours after he was traded, in a 3-1 win over Montreal.

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Sean Gentille @seangentille.bsky.social · 14d

The NHL's newest team is in a legal dispute with a hockey bag company.

Unpacking Mammoth vs. Mammoth, with stuff from the various court filings. ⤵️⤵️⤵️

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Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 13d

“I don’t really look at my age or how long I’ve been in the league,” Giroux told The Athletic this week. “When the new season starts, you get excited. You want to play and play (at a) high level to help your team win.”

My story on the #Sens' olds:
www.nytimes.com/athletic/664...

Old guys, new tricks: Veteran Senators still make their mark on a young team

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Julian McKenzie @jkamckenzie.bsky.social · 13d

All good!