Negotiations with the National Capital Commission have been ongoing for years, but Ottawa Senators president Cyril Leeder says there are still some "shortcomings" to be resolved.
Tobi Nussbaum, the commission's CEO, says there are no major sticking points to reaching a deal for an Ottawa Senators arena at LeBreton Flats, as the team meets with the NCC's board Thursday for a closed-door session.
The National Capital Commission says discussions with the new owner of the Ottawa Senators are proceeding with "renewed energy" on a new NHL-sized arena at LeBreton Flats.