Injured Ottawa Senators forward Clarke MacArthur remains focused on playing in the NHL later this season despite suffering a concussion during training camp in late September.
“That’s my full intention. If they will clear me to play, I want to play for sure,” MacArthur told reporters on Saturday, adding that things “are slowly getting better.”
MacArthur missed all but four games last season while struggling with post-concussion syndrome. He has yet to receive medical clearance to play, but is hoping to practice (with contact) with the team as early as next week.
“I’ve seen a few different doctors. Their opinions I’ll keep to myself. I will probably have to see one more. I want to play,” he said. “If I get cleared and it’s on me, I’m going to play.”
