Dylan Cozens' performance has noticeably dipped following a brutal fight with Garnet Hathaway during the 2023-24 season. Given the intensity of that incident, it’s unlikely he will engage in fisticuffs regularly. However, his new responsibility with the Ottawa Senators involves easing the burden on teammate Brady Tkachuk by taking on tougher minutes. If Cozens can rediscover his form from two seasons ago and Josh Norris remains injury-free, both the Senators and Buffalo Sabres will benefit significantly.