The Ottawa Senators have announced the signing of young forward Blake Montgomery to a three-year, entry-level contract. This agreement is set to take effect at the beginning of the 2026-27 season.
Blake Montgomery’s Progression
At only 20 years old, Montgomery is making his transition to professional hockey. He will join the Belleville Senators in the American Hockey League (AHL) under an amateur tryout agreement.
College Career Highlights
Recently, Montgomery completed a successful season with the University of Wisconsin. He played a significant role in their journey through the NCAA tournament, which concluded when Wisconsin lost 2-1 to the Denver Pioneers in the national championship.
- Games Played: 37
- Goals Scored: 9
- Total Points: 17
Path to the NHL
The Ottawa Senators selected Montgomery in the fourth round of the 2024 NHL Draft. Before college, he spent a season in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) with the London Knights.
During his time with the Knights, he demonstrated impressive skills, accumulating 50 points over 51 games. His performance was pivotal in leading the Knights to a Memorial Cup championship.
With this new contract, Blake Montgomery’s journey through the ranks of hockey continues, promising an exciting future with the Senators organization.
