The general manager of the Ottawa Senators insists the NHL team's fan base backs the organization's radical rebuild, including last week's trade of star defenceman and captain Erik Karlsson to the San Jose Sharks. Many Sens fans are still fuming over the decision to trade star captain Erik Karlsson. - Nicolas Ruszkowski, Senators COO"We know that the very large majority of the fans are enthusiastic about the team, they're passionate about the team, they trust management," Ruszkowski said. (Kristy Nease/CBC)Reducing parking costs and investing to enhance the in-game experience are steps the team is taking to appease unhappy fans, he added. Plenty of Karlsson jerseys were on display at Fan Fest on Sunday, where Ottawa Senators fans were still reeling from the news that former captain Erik Karlsson has been traded to the San Jose Sharks.

Source: CBC News September 17, 2018 13:13 UTC