Brady Tkachuk Targets Late November Return as Senators Prepare for Captain's Comeback

Overview

• Tkachuk said on his Wingmen podcast he is aiming to return around American Thanksgiving, pending sign-off from his doctors.
• He took part in practice in a non-contact jersey on Wednesday and was recently cleared to resume puck handling during rehab.
• A checkup with his surgeon is expected in the coming days to determine whether he can progress to full practices on the road trip.
• He has missed 16 games since an Oct. 13 hit by Nashville’s Roman Josi led to thumb ligament surgery performed by Dr. Robert Hotchkiss.
• Coverage outlines possible late-November games for a return on the current trip, though no specific date has been finalized by the team.