'The Sabres' goaltending situation is in tatters through a combination of injury, illness and ineffective play. Luukkonen isn't going to be any panacea for one of the NHL's most porous defenses and, in fact, might only be here for a couple of days.' … [Read more...] about With goaltending situation a mess, Sabres can get free look at Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen
Archives for December 7, 2021
Reeling Sabres battling defensive woes amid goaltending crisis
'The injury has created a fresh opportunity for the 6-foot-4, 196-pound Luukkonen, a youngster labeled as Buffalo’s goalie of the future years ago. So far, he has endured an inconsistent season, compiling a 6-6-0 mark with a 3.42 goals-against and an .888 save percentage in 12 contests.' … [Read more...] about Reeling Sabres battling defensive woes amid goaltending crisis
Tuesday's Anaheim Coverage
Buffalo faces Anaheim, aims to halt 4-game slide (AP) Preview: Ducks Fly North to Take on Sabres in Buffalo (AnaheimDucks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Anaheim Coverage
With injuries in goal, Luukkonen is back in Buffalo
'Malcolm Subban left Saturday’s game with a leg injury and Don Granato is hoping that Subban isn’t out a long time, “We’re hopeful that it’s not significant and there’s some optimism that it’s not, but we still don’t have the information. He’ll get more looks today from the doctor and it could be very simple and it’s pointing that way.”' … [Read more...] about With injuries in goal, Luukkonen is back in Buffalo
Up from Rochester, Luukkonen ready if called upon
'"It's mostly about confidence," he said. "You know that you can play, you know that you're a really good goalie and you should be able to play at a high level… I think it just comes down to confidence."' … [Read more...] about Up from Rochester, Luukkonen ready if called upon