Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark has been granted a leave of absence from the team, the organization announced Sunday. The 32-year-old netminder will be away from the team for personal reasons, according to the Senators.
The Senators released a statement confirming Ullmark's leave, but details regarding the specific reasons for his absence were not disclosed. The team has requested that the privacy of Ullmark and his family be respected during this time.
Ullmark has been a key player for the Senators this season, appearing in 28 games and recording a 14-8-5 record. His .881 save percentage and one shutout have been important contributions to the team's performance.
The Senators have not yet announced how they will address Ullmark's absence in the long term. The team has not yet announced who will be replacing Ullmark during his leave. It is expected that the Senators will rely on their other goaltending options within the organization.
This is a developing story and further updates will be provided as they become available. The team's primary concern is Ullmark's well-being and respecting his privacy during this personal matter.
