What does Jiri Smejkal bring to the Sens? ft. IKO Head Coach Martin Filander

On this week’s episode of The Senstennial Podcast, Matt is joined by IK Oscarshamn’s head coach, Martin Filander, to discuss the recent signing of Jiri Smejkal by the Ottawa Senators. We kick off our conversation by asking Martin how he got into hockey and how his career led him to coaching an SHL club. Then, we switch gears to discuss Jiri Smejkal joining the Sens, and what he can bring to a roster in need of depth at the forward position. Martin gives us insight into how Smejkal plays the game, what roles he played this season at IKO in the SHL, what he can provide for the Ottawa Senators next season, and why he joined Ottawa. We also chat about Viktor Lodin signing with IKO and how he can help the club going forward. Finally, we ask Martin about Daniel Alfredsson’s impact on Swedish hockey, and whether he would be a good fit for a potential front office role with the Sens under new ownership.

Special shout out to IK Oscarshamn’s communications department and Head Coach Martin Filander for giving us the opportunity to do this interview!
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