The Ottawa Senators and their captain, Brady Tkachuk, are speaking out against the spread of unfounded rumors about Linus Ullmark, the team's goalie, who is currently on a personal leave. Tkachuk and his teammates are not only concerned about the impact of these rumors on Ullmark's well-being but also about the potential disruption they could cause within the team.
Tkachuk expressed his frustration, stating, 'It's just a bulls— story.' He emphasized that while constructive criticism of the team's performance is acceptable, attacking individuals' personal lives is unacceptable. The captain's strong words reflect the team's united front against the spread of misinformation.
The Senators' statement, signed by team president Steve Staios, addressed the 'completely fabricated and false stories' circulating on social media. They emphasized their support for Ullmark and called for respect for his privacy, denouncing the actions of those spreading these rumors as 'trolling' and 'disgusting.'
Linus Ullmark, a 32-year-old netminder, has been a key player for the Senators, appearing in 28 games this season with a .881 save percentage and a 2.95 goals-against average. His time in Ottawa is his second stint with the team, following previous tenures with the Buffalo Sabres and the Boston Bruins.
