Linus Ullmark was finally able to breathe easy on Friday evening after the NHL’s trade deadline passed.
The reigning Vezina Trophy winner had several trade rumors hovering over his head throughout the week, with Ullmark reportedly invoking his 16-team no-trade list to nix a potential deal to the Kings.
Even though Ullmark did not confirm that he used his trade protections to block a deal, the 30-year-old goalie acknowledged that it was an “emotional” week.
Speaking on the “32 Thoughts Podcast” this week, NHL insider Elliotte Friedman echoed the same sentiment that Ullmark shared over the weekend when it came to his uncertain status on Boston’s roster.