'Defenseman Teppo Numminen, who said he sustained a groin injury in Game 1, will not play in Game 3, while center Jiri Novotny will return to the lineup, replacing rookie Thomas Vanek. Defenseman Jeff Jillson will likely be inserted in favor of rookie Doug Janik, who took over for Numminen in Game 2.'
Sabres to shake things up for Game 3
Source: AP