Ottawa Senators GM Steve Staios provides update on Shane Pinto contract talks amid extension uncertainty

Ottawa Senators and Shane Pinto are in early contract discussions. General Manager Steve Staios wants Pinto to focus on the season. Serious negotiations will resume later. Pinto’s performance this season will impact his next contract. Pinto had a productive 2024-25 season. His current contract and others free up cap space next summer. A strong season will increase Pinto’s value.