What happened: Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark participated in team practice Monday morning as he nears a return to game action. Ullmark, who made 20 saves in a shootout win on Oct. 16, had been sidelined before being activated Sunday.

Why it matters: His return to team drills strengthens Ottawa's goaltending depth following his stint on injured reserve. Ullmark's pending availability provides key stability in net for the regular season.

What to watch: Ottawa will evaluate Ullmark across upcoming practice sessions before confirming his starting return to game action.