What Happened
Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark has begun the 2026-27 NHL season with a flawless 5-0-0 record. According to Sportsnet reporting, Ullmark joins Ray Emery and Dominik Hasek as the only goaltenders in franchise history to win their first five starts of a season. Dating back to the previous campaign, his nine-game regular-season win streak ties the club record established by Andrew Hammond in 2015. Teammate Tim Stutzle praised the goaltender's performance after a shootout victory against the Nashville Predators. The start mirrors Ullmark's 2022-23 campaign when he opened with eight consecutive victories and ultimately captured the Vezina Trophy.
Key Details
- Ullmark holds a 5-0-0 record to start the 2026-27 season.
- His nine-game regular-season winning streak ties Andrew Hammond's 2015 franchise record.
- Ullmark is the third goalie in Ottawa history to begin a season 5-0-0 or better.
- His next scheduled appearance is Thursday against the New York Islanders.
What It Means
Ullmark's strong early performance provides stability for the Ottawa Senators as they navigate the opening month of the schedule. His current form echoes his previous Vezina-winning season in 2022-23, offering the Senators a reliable foundation in goal on a nightly basis.
What's Next
Ullmark is expected to return to the net Thursday night when the Ottawa Senators face the New York Islanders.