Ullmark will patrol the blue paint in Monday's meeting with Nashville.

EDGE Analysis

When Ullmark was called up March 13 -- under non-emergency conditions -- it was a pretty good indication the Sabres wanted to see what they have in the 24-year-old. Neither Chad Johnson nor Robin Lehner are under contract next season, and Ullmark's performance down the stretch will likely weigh heavily into the organization's decision on what to do in the crease for 2018-19.

Ullmark (personal) returned to practice Friday, Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550 reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ullmark was away from the team for the birth of his child Thursday. The Swede has only appeared in one NHL game this season, but it was a rousing success as he set aside 44 of 45 shots in a home win over the Blue Jackets on Jan. 11.

Ullmark is not with the team as he awaits the birth of his child, John Vogl of The Buffalo News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Given that Ullmark is the team's third option between the pipes, the Sabres should be fine without his services for a couple of days if necessary. Robin Lehner and Chad Johnson will continue to work in the crease for Buffalo, but the 24-year-old netminder should receive some opportunities down the stretch with the club out of playoff contention.

Ullmark was recalled from AHL Rochester on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Ullmark's promotion is somewhat surprising with no injuries announced at goalie. It's also possible the Sabres, who have no postseason aspirations, just want to get an extended look at the young buck between the pipes after he posted an impressive season with AHL Rochester -- a 20-11-4 mark with a 2.44 GAA and a .923 save percentage.

Ullmark was returned to AHL Rochester on Monday, Bill Hoppe of the Olean Times Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

After serving as the backup during a 3-2 defeat to Washington on Monday, Ullmark will head back to the minors. The 24-year-old has been fantastic in the AHL this season, posting a 2.43 GAA and .924 save percentage, and if Robin Lehner (upper body) or Chad Johnson are dealt at the deadline, he figures to receive some starts with the big club.

Ullmark (upper body) was promoted from the minors Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Whatever upper-body malady was affecting Ullmark appears to have passed as the Sabres will need him to fill out the lineup against the Capitals on Monday due to Robin Lehner's (upper body) injury. The 24-year-old Ullmark was outstanding in his lone NHL appearances this season, as he stopped 44 of 45 shots in a win over Columbus on Jan. 11. Depending on how long Lehner is sidelined, Ullmark could challenge Chad Johnson for starts.

Ullmark did not play for AHL Rochester Saturday after taking a shot near the shoulder in Friday's contest with the Toronto Marlies, The Buffalo News reports.

EDGE Analysis

With the Sabres' season long slipped away, Ullmark could get a look with the big club before season's end, barring a longer-term injury issue here. The young Swede has been impressive all season, making the AHL All-Star Game while sporting a 17-8-3 record with a 2.37 GAA and .926 save percentage. He also won his only start with Buffalo in a game where he allowed just one lone tally on 45 shots.

Ullmark was sent down to AHL Rochester on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

The AHL's Amerks will be busy with four games on schedule during the Sabres' bye week, so it only makes sense for No. 3 goalie Ullmark to head back to the team's top development affiliate. He frustrated the Blue Jackets in his season debut Thursday, setting aside 44 of 45 shots for a home win.

Ullmark saved 44 of 45 shots during Thursday's 3-1 win over Columbus.

EDGE Analysis

This wasn't too shabby for a season debut. Ullmark posted a .928 save percentage and 2.27 GAA through 26 games with AHL Rochester this season, and he made a statement with Thursday's lights-out showing. With Robin Lehner and Chad Johnson both needing to clear waivers, there might not be a clear path to fantasy relevancy for Ullmark. However, the 24-year-old Swede is definitely a netminder to monitor, and especially with Lehner currently nursing an upper-body injury.

Ullmark will make his first NHL start of the 2017-18 season when the Sabres host the Blue Jackets on Thursday, Bill Hoppe of the Olean Times Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ullmark only made one appearance with the Sabres all of last season and it resulted in a loss after allowing three goals past him on 36 shots. Still just 24, Ullmark has compiled an impressive season with AHL Rochester, owning a 2.27 GAA and .928 save percentage through 26 contests. However, his time at the NHL level is likely tied to how long Robin Lehner (upper body) is on the shelf, so it may be a brief stay.