Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk’s decision to drop the gloves Thursday night may have changed more than just the momentum of the game against the Detroit Red Wings. It may have sent a message about what this Senators team stands for the remainder of the season,

Ottawa Senators defenseman Jake Sanderson (85) stops a shot on goaltender Anton Forsberg (31) with Detroit Red Wings center Joe Veleno, center, working in front of the net during the second period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson) AP

Thomas Chabot and Tim Stutzle scored in the first period for Ottawa and the Senators held off the Detroit Red Wings in a 4-3 victory.