Stützle & Chabot Turn Senators’ Wins into Hope for CHEO Kids

When the Ottawa Senators step onto the ice, they now have a little extra motivation beyond the points column. Forward Tim Stützle and teammate Thomas Chabot announced a pledge that turns every win into a $1,872 donation for the Hospital for Sick Children – CHEO.

It’s a straightforward promise: each time the Sens win a game this season, the duo will collectively send $1,872 to the children’s hospital. The figure isn’t random – it reflects the combined annual salaries of the two players, a symbolic gesture that their earnings will directly help youngsters in need.

“We’re lucky to play a game we love, and we want to give back to the community that supports us,” Stützle said in a brief interview after the latest victory over Boston. Chabot added that the donation will be made after each win, with the total amount to be tallied at the end of the season.

The plan was unveiled during a mid‑week press conference, and it’s already sparking chatter among fans. Some appreciate the tangible link between performance and philanthropy; others wonder how many wins are realistic in a competitive Eastern Conference. Either way, the sentiment is clear – the players want their success to matter off the ice.

CHEO, a leading pediatric hospital in Ottawa, welcomed the initiative, noting that “every contribution, big or small, helps us deliver life‑saving care.” The organization hopes the partnership will raise both funds and awareness throughout the hockey calendar.

For the Senators, the pledge adds another layer of meaning to each shift. As the team chases a playoff spot, the players now have a charitable goal stitched into every line change. Fans, meanwhile, can cheer louder knowing their cheers might translate into extra dollars for sick children.

Only time will tell how many wins the Sens will collect, but Stützle and Chabot’s commitment has already turned a regular season into a campaign of hope.