All signs point toward Hollywood actor Ryan Reynolds becoming new owner of the Ottawa Senators

According to a report from Ottawa Senators insider Bruce Garrioch, Hollywood actor and Canadian native Ryan Reynolds has officially joined a consortium group with intentions on purchasing the Ottawa Senators NHL franchise.

From Garrioch's most recent column for The Ottawa Sun:

- Bruce Garrioch

The Senators have been seeking a new owner this season, following the passing of long-time owner Eugene Melnyk in March, 2022. The team is currently owned and operated by Melnyk's daughters Anna (23) and Olivia (20).

More from Garrioch:

- Bruce Garrioch

Personally, I'd love to see it.

The more star power involved in the game, the better.

And I know it's in poor taste to speak ill of the dead, but this team deserves a committed owner after years and years of enduring Melnyk and his penny pinching ways.