Linus Ullmark
Senators face Columbus with Ullmark on leave and key returns possible
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The Ottawa Senators are preparing for their home game against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Monday amid significant roster changes. Goaltender Linus Ullmark is taking a personal leave of absence, while forwards Shane Pinto and defenseman Tyler Kleven could return from injury. The team sits sixth in the Atlantic Division with an 18-14-5 record.
The Ottawa Senators secured a Stanley Cup playoff spot after a shutout road victory against the New York Islanders. Goaltender Linus Ullmark made 23 saves for his third clean sheet of the season. The clinch came with help from New Jersey's win over Detroit later that night.
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Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark, who returned earlier this season after a mental health break, has candidly discussed his ongoing challenges in an interview with The Athletic. Describing himself as 'broken' and not fully healed, Ullmark missed a key game against the Tampa Bay Lightning on March 28 due to mental health issues as the team pushes for playoffs.