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Ottawa Senators defenseman Jake Sanderson left Game 3 with an injury after a hit from Taylor Hall, contributing to the team's 2-1 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. The Senators now face a 3-0 deficit in the NHL's Eastern Conference First Round.
Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot did not hide his concern after teammate Jake Sanderson exited Game 3 with an injury. The Senators fell 2-1 to the Carolina Hurricanes on April 23, slipping to a 3-0 deficit in the NHLās Eastern Conference First Round.
The loss hurt, but Sandersonās absence hit harder inside the dressing room.
Sanderson left in the second period after a high hit from Taylor Hall at 4:24. The contact knocked off his helmet and drew a minor penalty. He stayed briefly for two shifts but later went down the tunnel after blocking a shot. However, the exit came from the head hit.
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Chabot talked about Sandersonās injury after the game.
āNot fun,ā Chabot said about his reaction. [Timestamp: 3:18] āItās the biggest piece of our team probably. So, seeing him going down the tunnel, itās not good. Heās played such big minutes. The way he plays, itās ā like Iāve said earlier this year when we lost him, thereās no other Jake Sanderson.
āSo, itās a big loss for us for sure. And hopefully heās doing good.ā
Chabot, who carries an $8 million cap hit on his eight-year, $64 million deal, now faces a heavier role. Ottawa already missed Artem Zub, Sandersonās usual partner, due to injury. The blue line looked thin, and Carolina took advantage late in the second period.
Jackson Blake scored the game-winner, while made 21 saves. also scored, continuing a strong series with Hall and Blake driving offense. Ottawaās lone goal came from .
Jake Sanderson left Game 3 after sustaining an injury from a high hit by Taylor Hall.
The Senators lost 2-1 to the Carolina Hurricanes, falling to a 3-0 series deficit.
Thomas Chabot expressed significant concern for Sanderson's absence, indicating it affected the team's morale.

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The Senators struggled badly on special teams, going 0-for-5 on the power play. They now sit 0-for-12 in the series, a key reason behind the deficit.
Captain Brady Tkachuk admitted frustration but insisted the group will fight, saying, āWeāve never quit all season ⦠got to step up to the occasion.ā
Only four teams in NHL history have erased a 3-0 series hole. Ottawa must attempt that climb without clarity on Sandersonās status.
Game 4 now becomes a must-win scenario, with pressure rising and depth already stretched.