Senators fans brace to see Daniel Alfredsson with the Leafs
Ottawa Senators fans are reacting to the news that franchise icon Daniel Alfredsson has joined the Toronto Maple Leafs coaching staff. The move is considered controversial due to the intense rivalry between the two NHL teams.
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This highlights the emotional connection between sports fans and franchise legends, and the friction caused when those figures join rival organizations.
Copy Link Email X Reddit Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr A sight Senators fans never wanted to 'C': Daniel Alfredsson behind the Maple Leafs bench Senators fans will get their first look Saturday at franchise icon Daniel Alfredsson in Toronto colours when Ottawa opens the season at Scotiabank Arena.
Join the conversation Maple Leafs associate coach Daniel Alfredsson at training camp. Photo by Ernest Doroszuk / TORONTO SUN/POSTMEDIA NETWORK Article content It’s a bitter pill that is still tough for fans of the Ottawa Senators to swallow.
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Daniel Alfredsson, the club’s former captain, spent nearly two decades giving Senators fans reasons to cheer.
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