Ottawa Senators’ Nick Jensen Undergoes Knee Surgery, Sanderson Nears Return

Ottawa Senators defenseman Nick Jensen will undergo knee surgery to repair a torn meniscus, sidelining him for at least six weeks, according to TSN’s Bruce Garrioch. [1] The injury has kept the 35-year-old defenseman out of action since Wednesday, when he was initially listed as day-to-day with a lower-body injury.

Jensen’s Performance and Injury History

In 61 games this season, Jensen has recorded four goals, 13 assists, and 65 blocked shots. [1] He joined the Senators in July 2024 after being acquired from the Washington Capitals. [1] In his first season with Ottawa (2024-2025), Jensen tallied three goals and 21 points across 71 games.

Prior to this recent knee injury, Jensen underwent surgery in May 2025 for a lower-body ailment that had bothered him for much of the previous season. [2] He also had off-season hip surgery in May 2025. [3]

Sanderson Expected Back Next Week

In more encouraging news for the Senators’ defense, Jake Sanderson is anticipated to return to the ice next week. [1] Sanderson has been sidelined since March 7 with an upper-body injury and was initially ruled week-to-week.

The former fifth overall pick has 11 goals and 37 assists in 62 games this season, with a career total of 36 goals and 175 points in 298 games with Ottawa. [1]