The Ottawa Senators have made a strategic move by acquiring a conditional draft pick from the Detroit Red Wings as part of a trade involving veteran winger David Perron. This transaction will impact the upcoming 2026 NHL Draft.
Trade Details: Senators and Red Wings
The trade specifies that if David Perron plays in any game before the end of the regular season or during the playoffs, the Senators will receive a fourth-round pick. This pick is originally from the Columbus Blue Jackets, which Detroit had obtained in an earlier deal.
Furthermore, if the Red Wings progress to the second round of the playoffs and Perron participates in at least 50% of the first-round games, the Senators will then receive Detroit’s third-round pick instead.
About David Perron
Perron, who is 37 years old, has been part of the Senators organization for the past two seasons. He signed a two-year contract as an unrestricted free agent on July 1, 2024. During his tenure with the Senators, he played in 92 regular-season games, netting 19 goals and contributing 22 assists for a total of 41 points.
Performance Highlights
In the 2025 spring playoffs, Perron was a consistent performer, participating in all six games. Notably, he scored two goals and recorded one assist in the series against the Toronto Maple Leafs.
- Player: David Perron
- Age: 37
- Regular Season Games: 92
- Goals: 19
- Assists: 22
- Total Points: 41
- Playoff Games: 6
- Goals in Playoffs: 2
- Assists in Playoffs: 1
This trade highlights the Senators’ preparations for the future while demonstrating the value of veteran players like Perron in pivotal moments of the season.
