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The Ottawa Senators will play the waiting game in their search for a president of hockey operations, and don’t expect a decision any time soon.

While the organization made changes to the business side of the operation Tuesday, the Senators will wait until after the playoffs are over to search for somebody to act as a sounding board for general manager Pierre Dorion, either in the role as president of hockey operations or as a senior adviser.

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After reaching out to candidates near the end of the season, the Senators confirmed a report they’d like to add to the front office, but team owner Eugene Melnyk has made it clear he’s not trying to replace Dorion. The organization wants somebody with experience who can assist the GM as the rebuild enters a pivotal stage.

Melnyk has indicated he will wait until after the Stanley Cup is presented in June to revisit the role in the club’s front office.

“The earnest search for a president of hockey operations will not begin until after the season is complete,” Melnyk said Tuesday night. “I believe there’s going to be a number of candidates who are currently in contention that may become available at the end of their season.