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Senators' Carter Yakemchuk delivers in playoff push debut

In a crucial 3-2 victory over the Detroit Red Wings, Senators rookie Carter Yakemchuk delivered an impressive performance, scoring a goal and an assist to help Ottawa secure a playoff spot.

The 20-year-old defenceman stepped up during a pivotal game with the team's top defenders sidelined due to injury. Coach Travis Green praised Yakemchuk's impact, highlighting a spectacular between-the-legs pass during his first power-play deployment. This pivotal performance ensures the Senators remain in the playoff hunt despite a spate of injuries to key players.