Senators' Josh Norris: Two points in Thursday's win
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Norris scored a goal and added an assist in Thursday's 5-4 overtime win over the Red Wings.
After helping to set up a Jake Sanderson tally midway through the first period, Norris gave the Senators a 4-0 lead just 78 seconds into the second period by finishing a give-and-go with Vladimir Tarasenko. It was Norris' second multi-point performance in 11 games after a slightly delayed start to the season while he completed his recovery from shoulder surgery, but the 24-year-old's looked 100 percent healthy since getting on the ice with five goals and nine points.
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Senators' Josh Norris: Fourth goal in six games
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Norris scored a goal Thursday in a 3-2 loss to the Kings.
Norris tipped a Jacob Bernard-Docker point shot at 4:39 of the third period. It pushed the score to 3-2. It was his fourth goal in six games (six points) after starting the season on injured reserve. Norris delivered 35 goals and 20 assists in 66 games two seasons ago, but he missed all but eight contests last year. That injury is behind him, and he's on an upward trajectory once again.
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Senators' Josh Norris: Tallies twice in season debut
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Norris (shoulder) scored two goals on three shots in Wednesday's 6-1 win over the Capitals.
Norris netted a power-play marker, which stood as the game-winner, in the first period, and he also scored in the middle frame. The 24-year-old center missed the first three contests while finishing up his recovery from shoulder surgery last season. In 2021-22, he picked up 35 goals and 20 helpers in 66 outings, though that was on a 20.3 shooting percentage that is likely too high to be replicated this year.
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Senators' Josh Norris: Set to make season debut
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Norris (shoulder) will make his season debut Wednesday versus Washington, per Ian Mendes of The Athletic.
Norris began the season on the injured reserve list due to his shoulder injury. He centered the third line alongside Dominik Kubalik and Drake Batherson during Wednesday's morning skate, according to Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun. Norris was limited to eight games due to injury last season, but he had 35 goals and 55 points in 66 outings in 2021-22. His availability might result in Zack MacEwen serving as a healthy scratch.
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Senators' Josh Norris: Lands on IR
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Norris (shoulder) will begin the year on injured reserve, per PuckPedia.
Norris suffered a few setbacks during the preseason and will now sit for at least three games to start the year. He was held to just eight games last year and still isn't back to 100 percent. He buried 35 goals and 55 points during the 2021-22 campaign and will slide back into Ottawa's top-six once he's ready to go.
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Senators' Josh Norris: Not playing Saturday
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Per TSN 1200 Ottawa, Norris (shoulder) won't play in Saturday's preseason finale against Montreal and it's unclear when he will be available to return to the lineup.
It has been a rough training camp for Norris, who was expected to be ready for the start of the regular season before suffering some setbacks. It certainly doesn't sound like he will be available to play Opening Night on Wednesday against Carolina, though he hasn't officially been ruled out yet for the contest. He only suited up in eight games last season, scoring twice and adding an assist, before undergoing season-ending shoulder surgery in late January.
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Senators' Josh Norris: Suffers minor setback
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Norris suffered a minor setback while attempting to recover from a shoulder injury, Senators coach D.J. Smith told TSN 1200 Ottawa on Wednesday.
Norris will miss Thursday's preseason game against Winnipeg, but there's still a chance he'll be in the lineup for Saturday's exhibition contest versus Montreal. The 24-year-old hasn't played since Jan. 21 because of the shoulder injury.
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Senators' Josh Norris: Not playing Friday
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Norris (shoulder) will not play Friday versus the Jets, but he hopes to get into one or two preseason games, Ian Mendes of The Athletic reports.
Norris last played on Jan. 21 as he underwent shoulder surgery in the following week. Norris will likely be ready for Opening Night versus Carolina on Oct. 11. He had two goals and an assist in eight games last season, but he was outstanding the previous season with 35 goals and 55 points in just 66 contests. He is a great sleeper pick in drafts this season.
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Senators' Josh Norris: Takes contact
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Norris (shoulder) began taking contact during Wednesday's practice and could be available for Friday's preseason matchup with Winnipeg, Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun reports.
Norris is working his way back from the shoulder surgery he underwent in January, but it appears he's on track to be 100 percent healthy for Ottawa's regular-season opener versus Carolina on Oct. 11. The 24-year-old racked up 35 goals and 55 points through 66 games with the Senators in 2021-22 before playing just eight games last year, making him an enticing player that may be overlooked in fantasy drafts this year.
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Senators' Josh Norris: Hopes to skate next month
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Norris (shoulder) is looking to start skating next month, Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun reports.
Norris was plagued by shoulder issues all season, and he finally decided on surgery in late January after playing only eight games. Norris said that his shoulder is feeling good. He managed only two goals and an assist in 2022-23, after scoring 35 times and adding 20 helpers in 66 games during the 2021-22 campaign.
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Senators' Josh Norris: Successful surgery
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Norris had successful surgery on his shoulder a few weeks ago and will be ready for the start of training camp, Wayne Scanlan of the Ottawa Citizen reports.
Norris managed to play only eight games this season, opening the season with five games and then he tried to return in mid-January, where he played three more games before he was shut down for the season. Norris ended the season with two goals and an assist after an outstanding sophomore season in 2021-22, when he had 35 goals and 20 assists in 66 games. He is expected to be fully recovered by next season.
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Senators' Josh Norris: Taken off IR
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Norris (shoulder) was removed from injured reserve Tuesday, per the NHL media site.
Norris' activation, along with the team's decision to place Jake Lucchini on waivers, all point to the 23-year-old Norris making his return to the lineup against the Penguins on Wednesday. The 2017 first-round pick has been on the shelf for the last 38 contests due to his shoulder issue. Given his lengthy absence, Norris may be eased back into action but should be filling a first or second-line role before long.
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Senators' Josh Norris: Return not imminent
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Norris (shoulder) is not expected to return anytime soon, Claire Hanna of TSN reports.
Norris visited with a shoulder specialist recently and isn't fully healed yet despite making progress. The Senators hoped that he could return at the end of January but coach D.J. Smith said Tuesday that the team is "not going to put him on a timeline." Norris, who hasn't played since Oct. 22, won't be rushed back into game action.
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Senators' Josh Norris: On trip with team
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Norris (shoulder) will travel with the Senators for the team's current two-game road trip, but he won't play in either contest, TSN 1200 Ottawa reports.
Although Norris won't be available for either of Ottawa's next two games, this is still an encouraging development, as it suggests he's ramping up his activity with the team in preparation to return to action. Norris picked up two points through the first five games of the season before suffering his long-term shoulder injury.
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Senators' Josh Norris: Practicing in regular jersey
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Norris (shoulder) is practicing in a regular jersey Friday, TSN 1200 Ottawa reports.
Norris started practice in a non-contact jersey but went to the bench and put on a regular jersey. He is practicing on the fifth line, so his return is not imminent, but it is a great sign for the Senators as Norris had 35 goals and 55 points in 66 games last season. He has not played since Oct. 22, but could return sooner than the original prognosis of January or later.
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Senators' Josh Norris: Skating at practice Thursday
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Norris (shoulder) was skating at practice Thursday, according to Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun.
Norris was not participating in any contact as he is rehabbing his shoulder. He has been out since Oct. 22 and will not require surgery, but will continue to strengthen his shoulder for another month before being re-evaluated. Norris has a goal and an assist in five games this season.
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Senators' Josh Norris: Won't require surgery
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Norris (shoulder) won't require surgery after consulting with five doctors and two specialists, Claire Hanna of TSN reports.
Norris, who has been sidelined since Oct. 22, will continue to rehab and strengthen his injured shoulder until January. The Senators will re-evaluate his timetable once the calendar flips to 2023. Norris started the season with one goal and one assist in five games.
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Senators' Josh Norris: Facing long-term absence
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Norris (shoulder) is expected to be shelved long term and could be in danger of missing the rest of the season, Ian Mendes of TSN 1200 Ottawa reports.
The fact that surgery for Norris remains an option certainly doesn't bode well for the center. Coming off a 35-goal campaign last year, expectations were high for the Michigan native heading into the season. Without Norris in the lineup, Derick Brassard will get the first crack at a second-line role, though Shane Pinto could also push for more opportunities.
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Senators' Josh Norris: Out for at least two weeks
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Norris (shoulder) will be sidelined for at least two weeks, Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun reports.
Ottawa is still waiting on MRI results and could know more about Norris' timetable in the next couple of days. He has been moved to injured reserve, per the NHL media site. The 23-year-old center was injured this past Saturday in a game against Arizona. Norris has one goal and one assist in five appearances this season.
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Senators' Josh Norris: Leaves Saturday's contest
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Head coach D.J. Smith had no update on Norris (undisclosed) after Saturday's win against Arizona, Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun reports.
Norris appeared to suffer an injury during the third period as he left the ice in frustration while favoring his left side. The 23-year-old forward scored a goal while logging 14:32 of ice time prior to leaving the game. Ottawa's next game is Monday against the Stars.
