Senators' Tim Stutzle enters COVID-19 protocols as team nears return

Colorado Avalanche right wing Mikko Rantanen, left, fights for control of the puck with Ottawa Senators left wing Tim Stutzle in the second period of an NHL hockey game Monday, Nov. 22, 2021, in Denver. (David Zalubowski/AP)

As the Ottawa Senators near a return to game action this week, star forward Tim Stutzle has entered COVID-19 protocols.

Stutzle is currently the only Senators player in protocol, but the team has overcome two outbreaks amongst the roster this season. Goaltender Anton Forsberg was removed from protocols three days ago.

The Senators are one of only two teams that has yet to play 30 games this season due to a high number of postponements. The team last played Jan. 1, a loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs, and is scheduled to return to game action on Thursday in Calgary.

Stutzle has not missed a game yet this season and has five goals and 15 points in 29 contests.

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