Ottawa hockey fans who want a deeper look at the brain behind the Senators' rebuild got exactly that this week, as Steve Staios sat down for Season 1, Episode 15 of Absolute Non-Sens — the Ottawa Senators' exclusive docuseries produced in partnership with NHL.com.
Who Is Steve Staios?
Staios joined the Ottawa Senators organization as President of Hockey Operations, bringing with him a long NHL career both as a player and an executive. He's been one of the most visible faces of the franchise's front office, frequently addressing the fanbase on roster decisions, the team's direction, and its ambitious long-term vision. His appointment signalled a new era for a club that has been steadily rebuilding its core around young talent like Brady Tkachuk and Tim Stützle.
What Is Absolute Non-Sens?
Absolute Non-Sens is an NHL.com docuseries that takes viewers behind the curtain of the Ottawa Senators organization. Unlike the polished press conference clips fans are used to seeing, the show offers a more candid, unfiltered look at the people running the team — from the dressing room to the front office boardroom. It's the kind of access that diehard Sens fans have been craving for years.
Each episode peels back another layer of the organization, and having Staios front and centre for Episode 15 suggests the series is digging into the big-picture decisions shaping Ottawa's future on ice.
Why This Episode Matters
With the Senators navigating a critical stretch of their rebuild — balancing young core development, trade deadline manoeuvres, and draft strategy — hearing directly from Staios carries real weight. Fans in Ottawa have been hungry for transparency about where the team is headed, and appearances like this one help bridge the gap between the front office and the passionate fanbase at Canadian Tire Centre.
The timing also coincides with heightened interest in the Senators' trajectory. Ottawa has a strong pipeline of prospects, and every public-facing moment from the GM helps build confidence in the process — something that's been hard-earned after years of roster uncertainty.
Where to Watch
Episode 15 of Absolute Non-Sens is available now on NHL.com. If you haven't caught earlier episodes of the series, it's worth going back to the beginning — the show has built a compelling portrait of a franchise in transition, with Ottawa at the heart of one of the more intriguing rebuilds in the league.
For Sens fans, this is essential viewing.
Source: NHL.com — Absolute Non-Sens, Season 1 Episode 15
