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Ullmark's Tough Season: Struggles Under Pressure in Ottawa

12/11/2025

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Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark, 32, is struggling in his first year of a four-year, $33 million contract, posting a .877 save percentage and a league-worst minus-11.7 goals saved above expected.
Despite a recent improvement, concerns linger about his age and workload.
He is on track to start 62 games this season.
Ullmark acknowledges the mental challenges of facing fewer shots, which complicates his ability to stay focused.

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Story summary

Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark, 32, is struggling in his first year of a four-year, $33 million contract, posting a .877 save percentage and a league-worst minus-11.7 goals saved above expected.
Despite a recent improvement, concerns linger about his age and workload.
He is on track to start 62 games this season.
Ullmark acknowledges the mental challenges of facing fewer shots, which complicates his ability to stay focused.