Exclusive: Linus Ullmark opens up on speculation and his decision to leave the Ottawa Senators

Ottawa Senators goalie Linus Ullmark has been at the center of some wild speculation lately. Rumors circulated that he was kicked off the team for allegedly exposing teammates for cheating on their wives, with captain Brady Tkachukspecifically named.

Tkachuk quickly denied the claims, calling them “made up bullshit,” and the Senators echoed that sentiment in an official statement on social media.

To recap:

• Ullmark left the team.

• Rumors claimed he was removed for reporting teammates’ alleged misconduct.

• Tkachuk called the stories false.

• The Senators publicly denied the rumors.

Despite the chatter, Ullmark’s current status remained unclear—until now. Last week, Senators coach Travis Greenrevealed that Ullmark had started skating on his own and was close to returning. “He’s been around the rink. He skated this morning. All positives as he’s hopefully approaching getting back with the team,” Green said.

Now, TSN has teased an exclusive interview with Ullmark, where he is expected to address the rumors surrounding him, his family, and his teammates, and set the record straight. The full interview will be available on TSN’s YouTube page later today.

While Ullmark hasn’t been at his best this season—a factor that may have fueled some of the gossip—there’s no doubt about his ability to rebound and provide stability in goal. If the Senators hope to climb back into the playoff picture, a healthy, motivated Ullmark could play a crucial role in keeping the team competitive.