Coach Paul MacLean said after morning skate that Hoffman would be in the lineup Saturday against the Blue Jackets, Shawn Mitchell of the Columbus Dispatch reports.

Coach Paul MacLean said after morning skate that Hoffman would be in the lineup Saturday against the Blue Jackets, Shawn Mitchell of the Columbus Dispatch reports.

Analysis:

The Senators have rotated the fourth-line wing spot between Hoffman, Erik Condra and Colin Greening thus far, with none of those options gaining much traction. Hoffman showcased a ton of offensive potential with AHL Binghamton last season, but he'll have difficulty finding the net with much regularity while he sees light minutes in a bottom-six role.