Pageau has recorded two goals in 21 games for the Senators this season. His return to the minors suggests that Chris Neil is ready to return to the lineup after missing the last five games.

Pageau recorded one goal in eight games with the Senators earlier this season. In his time with Binghamton he had six goals and 10 assists in 15 games. He is expected to dress tonight on the third line with Chris Neil and Colin Greening.

Pageau had one goal in eight games with the Senators.

The 20-year-old Pageau has seven goals and 22 assists (29 points) in 69 games in his first season in the AHL.