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Vancouver Sun
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Vancouver Sun
Ottawa Senators owner Michael Andlauer tells fans 'we're just getting started'
Michael Andlauer is confident the step the Ottawa Senators took this season is only the beginning. The Senators owner wrote an open letter to the club's fans on Wednesday morning after the club made the playoffs for the first time in eight years this spring and Andlauer believes this club is headed in the right direction. 'Thanks for coming along for the ride,' Andlauer wrote in the letter published on the club's website . 'We're just getting started.' Eliminated in the first round by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the first Battle of Ontario in 21 years in Game 6 last Thursday at the Canadian Tire Centre, the Senators were saluted by their faithful before they left the ice. Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. Andlauer couldn't say enough good things about the fans who stuck around after the final buzzer to cheer the Senators after they left the ice and chant the name of captain Brady Tkachuk. It was an emotional end to what will be looked on as a successful season. 'Sens fans, even though our season ended sooner than we liked, I wanted to take this opportunity to sincerely thank you for your unwavering and amazing support,' Andlauer wrote. 'Your passion was on full display at our home games in the playoffs. I've never seen anything like the ovation inside Canadian Tire Centre when we tied Game 6 in the third period. 'I'm not sure there is another fan base that would have stayed in their seats to cheer on their team after they were eliminated. If the empty-net goal by Ridly Greig was the highlight from last year, certainly your passion and appreciation in Game 6 — which sent shivers down my spine — was the highlight of this season.' Andlauer and his partners purchased the Senators from the estate of the late Eugene Melnyk for $950 million US in a deal that closed in September 2023. They have done a good job of stabilizing the organization. The Senators ranked 25th in the league in average attendance during the regular season, with a 92.8% capacity of 17,306 fans per game in the 18,652-seat arena during 41 home games. That's down slightly from the average of 17,560 in 2023-24. The atmosphere down the stretch and in the three playoff games in Ottawa against the Leafs was something to behold. Fans gathered in the plaza outside the rink and enjoyed the fact that the city hadn't had post-season action in what felt like a lifetime. The Senators were able to add new season-ticket holders during the run to the playoffs. The club went into the post-season with approximately 7,500 season-seat holders and was able to add new subscribers down the stretch, plus through the first round. Cyril Leeder, the club's chief executive officer and president, has stated publicly that the club needs to move closer to the league average of 11,000 season-ticket subscribers. Andlauer is confident the base will grow. 'When I purchased this team with my partners, I knew the grassroots of hockey ran deep in Ottawa-Gatineau. But I have come to realize that this is by far the most underrated hockey market in the world,' Andlauer said. 'Our fan base is authentic and it's the perfect match for this roster, which we've built on honesty, genuine care and work ethic.' The success on the ice was key to the excitement returning to this market. The Senators finished in the first wild-card spot in the East in Steve Staios' first full season as the president of hockey operations and general manager, along with coach Travis Green behind the bench. The core of this group, with captain Brady Tkachuk, Tim Stutzle, Thomas Chabot, Jake Sanderson, Drake Batherson, Ridly Greig, Shane Pinto and Josh Norris, was put in place by former GM Pierre Dorion, but needed better players around them. Staios made a key move by acquiring goaltender Linus Ullmark from the Boston Bruins. The club then signed veteran forwards David Perron and Michael Amadio in free agency. The Senators also acquired veteran blueliner Nick Jensen from the Washington Capitals. Green and his staff did a solid job of getting his team to commit to defence to have success. The group bought in and the Senators hosted playoff games in Ottawa for the first time in eight years. 'We took a great foundational step forward this season, and I am so thankful to our architect, Steady' Steve Staios (as you fans have dubbed him), for his hard work and vision,' Andlauer wrote. 'And to Travis Green and his coaching staff for giving our players the ability to thrive. 'Ultimately, our players stepped up and worked harder and cared more for each other. Our dressing room has a family atmosphere we have not seen in a while, and the players are the ones who deserve your praise.' bgarrioch@
Calgary Herald
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Calgary Herald
Ottawa Senators owner Michael Andlauer tells fans 'we're just getting started'
Michael Andlauer is confident the step the Ottawa Senators took this season is only the beginning. Article content Article content The Senators owner wrote an open letter to the club's fans on Wednesday morning after the club made the playoffs for the first time in eight years this spring and Andlauer believes this club is headed in the right direction. Article content 'Thanks for coming along for the ride,' Andlauer wrote in the letter published on the club's website. 'We're just getting started.' Article content Article content Eliminated in the first round by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the first Battle of Ontario in 21 years in Game 6 last Thursday at the Canadian Tire Centre, the Senators were saluted by their faithful before they left the ice. Article content Andlauer couldn't say enough good things about the fans who stuck around after the final buzzer to cheer the Senators after they left the ice and chant the name of captain Brady Tkachuk. Article content Article content It was an emotional end to what will be looked on as a successful season. Article content 'Sens fans, even though our season ended sooner than we liked, I wanted to take this opportunity to sincerely thank you for your unwavering and amazing support,' Andlauer wrote. Article content 'Your passion was on full display at our home games in the playoffs. I've never seen anything like the ovation inside Canadian Tire Centre when we tied Game 6 in the third period. Article content 'I'm not sure there is another fan base that would have stayed in their seats to cheer on their team after they were eliminated. If the empty-net goal by Ridly Greig was the highlight from last year, certainly your passion and appreciation in Game 6 — which sent shivers down my spine — was the highlight of this season.' Article content Andlauer and his partners purchased the Senators from the estate of the late Eugene Melnyk for $950 million US in a deal that closed in September 2023. They have done a good job of stabilizing the organization. Article content Article content The Senators ranked 25th in the league in average attendance during the regular season, with a 92.8% capacity of 17,306 fans per game in the 18,652-seat arena during 41 home games. Article content The atmosphere down the stretch and in the three playoff games in Ottawa against the Leafs was something to behold. Fans gathered in the plaza outside the rink and enjoyed the fact that the city hadn't had post-season action in what felt like a lifetime. Article content The Senators were able to add new season-ticket holders during the run to the playoffs. The club went into the post-season with approximately 7,500 season-seat holders and was able to add new subscribers down the stretch, plus through the first round. Article content Cyril Leeder, the club's chief executive officer and president, has stated publicly that the club needs to move closer to the league average of 11,000 season-ticket subscribers. Andlauer is confident the base will grow.
Ottawa Citizen
07-05-2025
- Business
- Ottawa Citizen
Ottawa Senators owner Michael Andlauer tells fans 'we're just getting started'
Michael Andlauer is confident the step the Ottawa Senators took this season is only the beginning. Article content Article content The Senators owner wrote an open letter to the club's fans on Wednesday morning after the club made the playoffs for the first time in eight years this spring and Andlauer believes this club is headed in the right direction. Article content Article content Eliminated in the first round by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the first Battle of Ontario in 21 years in Game 6 last Thursday at the Canadian Tire Centre, the Senators were saluted by their faithful before they left the ice. Article content Andlauer couldn't say enough good things about the fans who stuck around after the final buzzer to cheer the Senators after they left the ice and chant the name of captain Brady Tkachuk. Article content Article content It was an emotional end to what will be looked on as a successful season. Article content 'Sens fans, even though our season ended sooner than we liked, I wanted to take this opportunity to sincerely thank you for your unwavering and amazing support,' Andlauer wrote. Article content 'Your passion was on full display at our home games in the playoffs. I've never seen anything like the ovation inside Canadian Tire Centre when we tied Game 6 in the third period. Article content 'I'm not sure there is another fan base that would have stayed in their seats to cheer on their team after they were eliminated. If the empty-net goal by Ridly Greig was the highlight from last year, certainly your passion and appreciation in Game 6 — which sent shivers down my spine — was the highlight of this season.' Article content Andlauer and his partners purchased the Senators from the estate of the late Eugene Melnyk for $950 million US in a deal that closed in September 2023. They have done a good job of stabilizing the organization. Article content Article content The Senators ranked 25th in the league in average attendance during the regular season, with a 92.8% capacity of 17,306 fans per game in the 18,652-seat arena during 41 home games. Article content The atmosphere down the stretch and in the three playoff games in Ottawa against the Leafs was something to behold. Fans gathered in the plaza outside the rink and enjoyed the fact that the city hadn't had post-season action in what felt like a lifetime. Article content The Senators were able to add new season-ticket holders during the run to the playoffs. The club went into the post-season with approximately 7,500 season-seat holders and was able to add new subscribers down the stretch, plus through the first round. Article content Cyril Leeder, the club's chief executive officer and president, has stated publicly that the club needs to move closer to the league average of 11,000 season-ticket subscribers. Andlauer is confident the base will grow.
Winnipeg Free Press
24-04-2025
- Business
- Winnipeg Free Press
UPS signs deal to buy Andlauer Healthcare Group in deal worth $2.2B
TORONTO – Shipping and logistics company UPS has signed a deal to buy Andlauer Healthcare Group Inc. in a deal that values the company at about $2.2 billion. AHG specializes in transportation and logistics for the health-care sector. Under the agreement, UPS will pay $55.00 per share in cash for AHG's multiple and subordinate voting shares. AHG's subordinate voting shares closed at $41.96 on the Toronto Stock Exchange on Wednesday. The deal is backed by AGH chief executive Michael Andlauer, the indirect holder of 53.2 per cent of AHG's outstanding shares and 82 per cent of the votes entitled to be cast to approve the transaction. Once the deal closes, Andlauer is expected to lead UPS Canada Healthcare and AHG. This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 24, 2025. Companies in this story: (TSX:AND)
Vancouver Sun
24-04-2025
- Business
- Vancouver Sun
Senators owner Michael Andlauer sells Andlauer Healthcare Group to UPS
Article content Ottawa Senators owner Michael Andlauer has made a big move off the ice. Article content Article content United Parcel Service announced on Thursday morning that it has acquired Andlauer's Toronto-based Andlauer Healthcare Group for a whopping $1.6 billion U.S. Article content The deal is worth approximately $2.2 billion Canadian and comes 18 months after Andlauer closed on a $950 million U.S. purchase of the Senators and a group of partners in Sept. 2023. Article content Article content Under the terms of the agreement, AHG shareholders will receive $55 CAD each for their shares. Article content Article content The news comes as the Senators prepare to host their first playoff game at the Canadian Tire Centre on Thursday night since May 2017, with the club trailing 2-0 against the Toronto Maple Leafs in the Battle of Ontario. Article content It's also interesting to note that this move comes as the Senators try to close a deal with the National Capital Commission to purchase 10 acres of land at LeBreton Flats to build a brand new arena. Article content The news release says Andlauer will remain in his current role with the company. The two sides want to have the deal papered and completed by the end of 2025. Article content 'Post-acquisition, Michael Andlauer is slated to lead UPS Canada Healthcare and AHG to further their specialized capabilities and cater to the healthcare industry's needs,' the press release said. 'UPS Healthcare and AHG employees are noted for their shared customer-centric cultures and emphasis on quality.' Article content Article content Andlauer built AHG from the ground up to a multi-billion-dollar company. The group played a key role in transporting the COVID-19 vaccines across Canada during the pandemic. Article content UPS said it 'will benefit from AHG's temperature-controlled facilities and specialized transportation capabilities, enhancing its service offerings across Canada.' Article content 'UPS Healthcare and AHG employees share a similar customer and patient-centric culture with a relentless focus on quality,' said Andlauer, founder and CEO of AHG. 'Once the transaction is completed, the businesses will offer an even broader set of specialized logistics services to customers throughout Canada.' Article content
