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Senators' Goalie Linus Ullmark Takes Personal Leave

12/28/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Ottawa Senators announced that goaltender Linus Ullmark is taking a personal leave of absence.
General Manager Steve Staios confirmed the team's support for Ullmark and said no further comments would be made.
This season, Ullmark has posted a 14-8-5 record with a .881 save percentage and a 2.95 goals-against average.
Ullmark joined the Senators in June 2024 and signed a four-year, $33 million contract extension in October 2024.

History

Historical Context

The NHL expanded from six to twelve teams in 1967, driven by the need for a U.S. television contract and competition from the Western Hockey League. This expansion increased player salaries, with averages reaching $20,000 annually. Today, contracts like Linus Ullmark's four-year, $33 million extension with the Ottawa Senators highlight the league's financial growth and commitment to player welfare alongside competitive performance.

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Story summary

The Ottawa Senators announced that goaltender Linus Ullmark is taking a personal leave of absence.
General Manager Steve Staios confirmed the team's support for Ullmark and said no further comments would be made.
This season, Ullmark has posted a 14-8-5 record with a .881 save percentage and a 2.95 goals-against average.
Ullmark joined the Senators in June 2024 and signed a four-year, $33 million contract extension in October 2024.

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