Ottawa Senators goalie Linus Ullmark will be taking a break for personal reasons, as confirmed by the team on Sunday. The team’s president of hockey operations and general manager, Steve Staios, made a brief statement expressing support for Ullmark during this period without disclosing specific details. Staios mentioned that out of consideration for Ullmark, no additional comments would be provided.
Ullmark, aged 32, has recorded 14 victories in 28 games during the current season, maintaining a 2.95 goals against average and an .881 save percentage. His most recent game was on Saturday against the Toronto Maple Leafs, where he conceded four goals on 14 shots in a 7-5 defeat.
The Ottawa Senators are scheduled to play against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Monday as they continue their season.