'There’s just one goal in mind for everybody in this room and that’s the Stanley Cup,' says Brady Tkachuk before season opener in Tampa.

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The rehearsals are over and the Senators will begin the chase for a second straight trip to the Stanley Cup playoffs on Thursday against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Article content

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After making the playoffs last spring, coach Travis Green believes the Senators won’t sneak up on anybody.

“We got some respect last year,” Green said following the club’s skate at the Canadian Tire Centre. “We’re building towards having a target. To have a target on your back, you’ve got to prove you’re a contender for a Stanley Cup.”

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