Ullmark Set to Start Senators' Home Opener After Injury Scare
Linus Ullmark will start Ottawa's home opener against Philadelphia after leaving Monday's game in Boston with an injury and sitting out Tuesday. The Senators goalie was a full participant in morning skate and was the first goalie off the ice. Ullmark has opened the season 2-0-0 with a 1.20 goals-against average and a .949 save percentage.
Ullmark is set to return for Ottawa’s first home game after missing Tuesday’s loss in Detroit. He exited Monday’s Boston win when JJ Peterka collided with him late in the second period, and the team described the removal as precautionary. Ottawa briefly recalled Jonas Johansson to serve as backup, then returned him to Belleville, another signal Ullmark was ready.
The Senators’ starter has won both appearances this season, posting a 1.20 goals-against average and .949 save percentage. Philadelphia enters at 0-2-2 with five goals in four games. Ottawa remains without Artem Zub and Andre Burakovsky, while Jake Sanderson missed Thursday’s skate because of a lower-body issue.
Ullmark’s return may reassure Senators players and fans, giving Ottawa a steadier presence in net for its home opener. It could also affect Philadelphia’s chances of securing a first win, as facing a hot goalie may make scoring harder. Beyond the immediate game, the news may shape early-season mood and media discussion around the team, though its impact is largely confined to the hockey community.