Linus
Ullmark
G · OTT · Below average
- PAL
- 26
- WAR
- -0.9
- Value
- 20
- SV%
- .891
2025-26№ 84 / 98
Linus Ullmark (Ottawa Senators) stats and profile: offensive production, ice time, advanced stats, WAR and PAL rating.
Linus Ullmark
#35G
Ottawa Senators
HEIGHT : 193 cm · WEIGHT : 101 kg · CATCHES : L
Born : July 30, 1993 · Lugnvik, Sweden
Drafted : 2012 · BUF · round 6, pick #163
Contract : $8,250,000 · 2025-26 → 2028-29 · Extension · UFANMC
NHL record
| Year | Team | GP | W | L | GAA | SV% | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | Ottawa Senators | 8 | 7 | 1 | 1.33 | .945 | 0 |
| 2025-26 | Ottawa Senators | 49 | 28 | 12 | 2.73 | .891 | 3 |
| 2024-25 | Ottawa Senators | 44 | 25 | 14 | 2.72 | .910 | 4 |
| 2023-24 | Boston Bruins | 40 | 22 | 10 | 2.57 | .915 | 2 |
| 2022-23 | Boston Bruins | 49 | 40 | 6 | 1.89 | .938 | 2 |
| 2021-22 | Boston Bruins | 41 | 26 | 10 | 2.45 | .917 | 1 |
| 2020-21 | Buffalo Sabres | 20 | 9 | 6 | 2.63 | .917 | 0 |
| 2019-20 | Buffalo Sabres | 34 | 17 | 14 | 2.69 | .915 | 1 |
| 2018-19 | Buffalo Sabres | 37 | 15 | 14 | 3.11 | .905 | 2 |
| 2017-18 | Buffalo Sabres | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2.00 | .935 | 0 |
| 2016-17 | Buffalo Sabres | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3.06 | .917 | 0 |
| 2015-16 | Buffalo Sabres | 20 | 8 | 10 | 2.60 | .913 | 0 |
| NHL totals | 348 | 198 | 100 | 2.54 | .915 | 15 | |
Playoffs
| Year | Team | GP | W | L | GAA | SV% | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | Ottawa Senators | 4 | 0 | 4 | 2.03 | .932 | 0 |
| 2024-25 | Ottawa Senators | 6 | 2 | 4 | 2.84 | .880 | 1 |
| 2023-24 | Boston Bruins | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3.90 | .886 | 0 |
| 2022-23 | Boston Bruins | 6 | 3 | 3 | 3.33 | .896 | 0 |
| 2021-22 | Boston Bruins | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4.16 | .860 | 0 |
| Playoff totals | 20 | 5 | 14 | 3.00 | .896 | 1 | |
Honours
- 🏆 Vezina Trophyonce · 2022-23
- 🏆 William M. Jennings Trophyonce · 2022-23
Linus Ullmark: our analysis
2025-26 season: 49 GP, 28 W, 12 L, .891 SV%, 2.73 GAA, 3 SO. WAR -0.9 (84th of 98) · PAL 26, below average.
In 2025-26, Linus Ullmark, 33, posts a PAL Rating of 26 out of 100 (below average), and his WAR of -0.9 ranks 84th among 98 regulars, in the bottom quarter.
His strengths: workload (72, above average). On the other hand, high danger (11, among the weakest in the league) and impact (14, among the weakest in the league) hold him back.
GSAx: -12.7 (goals saved above expected).
A marked decline: his PAL was 55 in 2024-25, against 26 now; his WAR went from 2.2 to -0.9.
Contract-wise, his Value score of 20 (very poor return) weighs his output against what he costs: 50 is what that salary should buy.
Linus Ullmark's story
Raised in Lungvik and coming up through the Swedish club system, Linus Ullmark spent his junior years in MODO’s structure before stepping into the senior lineup. His play with MODO’s top team drew attention in 2013–14 when he received the Honken Trophy as the SHL’s top goaltender, a turning point that preceded his move to North America.
Selected 163rd overall by the Buffalo Sabres in the 2012 NHL Draft, Ullmark signed an entry‑level deal in May 2014 and split time between the AHL’s Rochester Americans and the Sabres as he adapted to the pro game overseas. He made his NHL debut on 24 October 2015 and gradually worked into a more regular role, earning AHL All‑Star nods and increasing NHL appearances over several seasons.
Ullmark established himself as Buffalo’s starter in 2018–19, posting his first NHL shutouts and logging a heavy workload before joining the Boston Bruins on a four‑year contract in July 2021. In Boston he reached new heights in 2022–23: he led the league in wins, goals‑against average and save percentage, scored on an empty net (the thirteenth goalie in NHL history to do so) and took home both the Vezina Trophy and, alongside Jeremy Swayman, the William M. Jennings Trophy.
Traded to the Ottawa Senators on 24 June 2024 in a multi‑asset deal, Ullmark signed a four‑year extension with Ottawa in October 2024 and helped the club return to the playoffs, including recording shutouts and a playoff shutout in the first‑round series that ended in six games. His regular season and postseason stints with Ottawa included notable stretches of strong play and recovery from injury spells.
A goaltender defined by disciplined positioning and steady technique, Ullmark mixes calm rebound control with consistency over long stretches. His career path shows steady development from Swedish junior leagues to AHL seasoning and eventual elite seasons in the NHL, accompanied by major individual awards.
Facts drawn from Wikipédia, told in our own words.
Advanced stats
- Starts
- 8
- Shots against
- 182
- Saves
- 172
- %ARR / SV%
- 94.5 %
Stats and photos: NHL (NHL.com)
Trend
Trend
Declining
- Goals saved above expected per 100 shots: +1.81 in 22-23, -0.70 in 25-26
- PAL Rating: 55 → 26
Outlook, age included
↓ DecliningAge 33: the age when performance usually declines
The trend is a hint, not a verdict. It reads recent seasons and PAL Rating (age only shapes the outlook); it knows nothing about future injuries, trades, or the defense in front of the goalie.
WAR and PAL ratings, 2025-26
How we rate →PAL Rating scores performance from 0 to 100 against players at the same position (50 = average player), starting from the player's strength, offensive or defensive. Value Rating compares that performance with what the player costs: 50 means paid what the play is worth.
WAR
-0.9
wins above replacement
84 of 98
PAL Rating
26/ 100
Performance · Below average
53 of 74 at the position
Value Rating
20/ 100
Very poor return
8.25 M$ · expected PAL 57
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- Efficiency
- 19
- Impact
- 14
- High danger
- 11
- Consistency
- 24
- Workload
- 72
From 0 to 100; 50 is the average player at the same position, adjusted for ice time.
| Season | Team | WAR | PAL | Value | Cap hit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | OTT | -0.9 | 26 | 20 | 8.25 M$ |
| 2024-25 | OTT | 2.2 | 55 | 40 | 5.00 M$ |
| 2023-24 | BOS | 4.3 | 84 | 83 | 5.00 M$ |
| 2022-23 | BOS | 8.2 | 99 | 97 | 5.00 M$ |
WAR, 2025-26
How it's calculated →Wins added to the team, compared with a replacement-level player called up from the AHL.
-0.9
wins above replacement
-3.8 to 2.6 — 90% interval
84 of 98 goalies
-5.0 goals above replacement
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- Goals saved above expected
- -12.7
- Average → replacement
- +7.8
In goals.
| Season | Team | GP | WAR | 90% interval | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | OTT | 49 | -0.9 | -3.8 to 2.6 | 84/98 |
| 2024-25 | OTT | 43 | 2.2 | -1.5 to 5.5 | 23/99 |
| 2023-24 | BOS | 40 | 4.3 | 2.1 to 7.6 | 7/98 |
| 2022-23 | BOS | 49 | 8.2 | 4.8 to 12.4 | 3/107 |
Player tracking (NHL EDGE)
League EDGE leaderboards →NHL EDGE tracks every shot with a chip in the puck: where it came from, how dangerous it was, and what the goalie did with it. The percentile places the goalie within the league.
- Save %
- .945100th percentileleague avg. .890
- High-danger save %
- .88995th percentileleague avg. .804
- Games above .900
- 87.5 %100th percentileleague avg. 45.8 %
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- Goal support per game
- 2.5323rd percentileleague avg. 3.07
- Goal differential per 60
- 1.2088th percentileleague avg. 0.07
Save % by zone
2026-2027 regular season. Measured by puck and player tracking chips; the percentile ranks the player within the league.
Game log, 2026-27
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TORLinus Ullmark: frequently asked questions
What is Linus Ullmark's record in 2026-27?
Linus Ullmark has 7 wins in 8 games in 2026-27, with a .945 save percentage and a 1.33 goals-against average.
How old is Linus Ullmark?
Linus Ullmark is 33 years old: he was born on July 31, 1993.
How tall is Linus Ullmark, and how much does he weigh?
Linus Ullmark is 6'4" (193 cm) and weighs 223 lb (101 kg).
Where is Linus Ullmark from?
Sweden: Linus Ullmark was born in Lugnvik, Sweden.
What team does Linus Ullmark play for?
Linus Ullmark plays for the Ottawa Senators in the NHL, at G, wearing number 35.
Is Linus Ullmark injured?
No: Linus Ullmark is not on the latest NHL injury report. This answer is updated throughout the season.
How good is Linus Ullmark?
Linus Ullmark produced -0.9 wins above replacement (WAR) in 2025-26, 84th of 98 players at his position in the NHL. His PAL rating is 26 out of 100: below average for his position.
How much does Linus Ullmark make?
Linus Ullmark earns $8.3M for the 2025-26 season. His Value Rating is 20 out of 100 (very poor return): it measures the on-field return for that salary, compared with players at his position.
When does Linus Ullmark's contract end?
Linus Ullmark's contract runs through the 2028-29 season; he will then be an unrestricted free agent. It includes a NMC clause.
Is Linus Ullmark overpaid?
Yes, his output falls short of what his salary should buy. His Value rating is 20 out of 100 (very poor return), where 50 is the output expected for his salary, compared with players at his position.
Is Linus Ullmark a top-10 player at his position?
No: by WAR, he ranks 84th of 98 players at his position in the NHL in 2025-26. Our comparison tool puts him side by side with any other player.
Is Linus Ullmark getting better?
No, he is slipping: his PAL rating went from 55 in 2024-25 to 26 in 2025-26 (out of 100, 50 = average player at his position).
What are Linus Ullmark's career stats?
Over his NHL career, Linus Ullmark has 348 games, 198 wins and 15 shutouts. His best season: 2022-23, with 40 wins.
Where was Linus Ullmark drafted?
Linus Ullmark was drafted 163rd overall (round 6) by Buffalo Sabres in 2012.
How does Linus Ullmark perform in the playoffs?
In the playoffs, Linus Ullmark has 20 games and 5 wins in his career.
Which player is most similar to Linus Ullmark?
Sergei Bobrovsky: he is the player at his position whose PAL profile (the 0-to-100 dimensions) is closest to his in 2025-26.
Sergei Bobrovsky's page →Is Linus Ullmark married?
Yes, married to Moa Wikman (2017).
What is Linus Ullmark's nationality?
Linus Ullmark is Swedish. Internationally: Sweden national team: bronze medal at the 2014 IIHF World Championship (Minsk), member of the team at the 2022 IIHF World Championship (eliminated in quarterfinals), selected for the 4 Nations Face-Off 2025.
What awards has Linus Ullmark won?
Honken Trophy (SHL best goaltender, 2013–14) ; Selected to the AHL All-Star Classic (2017) ; Selected to the AHL All-Star Classic (2018) ; Vezina Trophy (NHL best goaltender, 2022–23) ; Named to the NHL First Team All-Star (2023).
How many championships has Linus Ullmark won?
3: William M. Jennings Trophy shared with Jeremy Swayman (goaltending tandem allowing the fewest goals in the NHL, 2022–23); Presidents' Trophy with the Boston Bruins (best regular-season team, 2022–23); Bronze medal with Sweden at the IIHF World Championship (2014).
Where did Linus Ullmark play before turning pro?
Kramfors-Alliansen (J18 Elit, 2008–09); Modo (J20 and senior team, seasons 2009–10 to 2014–15, including 2011–12, 2012–13, 2013–14, 2014–15); Mora IK (HockeyAllsvenskan, 2012–13).
See also: his Ottawa Senators teammates
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