The move reunites Alfredsson with his former international teammate Mats Sundin, who currently serves as a senior advisor for the Maple Leafs organization.
"One of the first moves we made after taking over the franchise was bringing Daniel Alfredsson back into the fold as an assistant coach in December of 2023," said Senators owner Michael Andlauer.
Andlauer praised the former captain's dedication to the Ottawa community despite his transition to a direct competitive rival.
"I quickly learned that Alfie embodied all the characteristics of what it meant to be an Ottawa Senator," Andlauer said.
The Ottawa executive confirmed that the organization keeps its doors open for the franchise icon in the future.
"While I wish he wasn't joining an arch rival, Alfie is forever an Ottawa Senator and the door will always be open for his return.
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He has done so much for our organization and community, and he has my full respect," Andlauer said.
