Story perspectives

Senators Captain Slams Rumors About Ullmark's Absence

1/11/2026

Summary

Story summary

Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk condemned rumors about goaltender Linus Ullmark's leave of absence as embarrassing and bulls—.
Ullmark has been away since late December for personal reasons.
The Senators issued a statement from general manager Steve Staios expressing disappointment over unfounded speculation and urging respect for Ullmark's privacy.
The Senators are short on goalies, relying on Leevi Meriläinen and Hunter Shepard, while signing James Reimer to a tryout contract.

1 of 1

Story summary

Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk condemned rumors about goaltender Linus Ullmark's leave of absence as embarrassing and bulls—.
Ullmark has been away since late December for personal reasons.
The Senators issued a statement from general manager Steve Staios expressing disappointment over unfounded speculation and urging respect for Ullmark's privacy.
The Senators are short on goalies, relying on Leevi Meriläinen and Hunter Shepard, while signing James Reimer to a tryout contract.