In June 2024, the Ottawa Senators made a bold statement when they traded for 2023 Vezina Trophy winner Linus Ullmark from the Boston Bruins. Trading for Ullmark helped the Senators find a number one goaltender to help them win games.
While Ullmark was solid, last season the Senators saw something not many expected which was a rise from Leevi Merilainen. Prior to last season, Merilainen played in just two NHL games, but had an incredible Winter surge to save the Senators season.
This upcoming 2025-26 season will have high expectations for the Senators. Goaltending will be a major factor to determine how good the Senators can be.