{"id":97750,"date":"2026-07-07T13:57:09","date_gmt":"2026-07-07T13:57:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ai\/97750\/"},"modified":"2026-07-07T13:57:09","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T13:57:09","slug":"claude-giroux-is-reportedly-returning-to-ottawa-%e2%96%ba-flyers-nitty-gritty","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ai\/97750\/","title":{"rendered":"Claude Giroux is reportedly returning to Ottawa \u25ba FLYERS NITTY GRITTY"},"content":{"rendered":"

\nPhoto Credit: NHL.com <\/p>\n

Claude Giroux is returning to the Ottawa Senators on a new contract.<\/p>\n

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As of July 7, 2026, reliable reports (including from Elliotte Friedman and Sportsnet) confirm the Senators are finalizing a deal to bring back the 38-year-old veteran forward for another season. This ends speculation about a potential reunion with the Flyers.<\/p>\n

Obviously, things changed, as I previously reported he would re-sign with Philadelphia. Maybe the Leo Carlsson offer sheet played an effect, it\u2019s possible that Claude Giroux got tired of waiting to see if the Anaheim Ducks would match the offer for Carlsson. <\/p>\n

Background<\/p>\n

Giroux played the last four seasons with Ottawa after signing there as a free agent in 2022. His most recent contract was a 1-year deal worth $2M (with performance bonuses) for 2025-26. puckpedia.com
\nIn 2025-26, he recorded 14 goals and 49 points in 82 games, plus strong faceoff play (leading the NHL at ~63%). He has been an alternate captain and key leader for a young Senators core. nhl.com
\nHe entered free agency on July 1, 2026, with Ottawa keeping the door open (they had extended an offer earlier). There were rumors of interest from Philadelphia and other teams, but he ultimately chose to stay in Ottawa, his hometown area. <\/p>\n

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This move provides continuity for the Senators as they build around younger players. Details like term and salary aren\u2019t fully public yet, but it\u2019s expected to be a short-term, veteran-friendly deal. Giroux has played 1,000+ NHL games and remains a skilled playmaker and faceoff specialist.<\/p>\n

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About Author<\/p>\n

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Jamey Baskow<\/a><\/p>\n

Flyers and Phantoms hockey writer. Passionate about all things hockey, to include the Reading Royals, and Delaware Thunder. Temple Alum<\/p>\n

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