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Why Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen is starting goalie for Sabres tonight over Alex Lyon
TL;DR
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will start as goalie for the Buffalo Sabres in Game 4 against the Montreal Canadiens, replacing Alex Lyon. This marks Luukkonen's first appearance since being pulled in Game 2 of the playoffs.
Key points
- Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen is starting goalie for the Sabres
- Alex Lyon reverts to backup role
- Luukkonen's first game since being pulled in Game 2
- Sabres face Canadiens in Game 4
- Canadiens lead series 2-1
Buffalo SabresMontreal CanadiensUkko-Pekka LuukkonenAlex Lyon
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The Buffalo Sabres are reversing course in net and going to the goalie who began the playoffs as their starter.
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen is getting the nod for Game 4 on Tuesday night in Montreal against the Canadiens, with the hosts holding a 2-1 series lead in the Eastern Conference semifinal. Alex Lyon reverts to the backup role.
It'll be the first action for UPL since Game 2 of the opening round, when he was pulled in the midst of a nightmare game against the Boston Bruins that included an unfortunate goal allowed on an oddly bouncing puck flipped into the zone.
"I'm excited," Luukkonen told reporters of the opportunity when he spoke with them on Tuesday morning.
It's a bold call for Lindy Ruff, but one he made after two straight Montreal wins have pushed the Sabres backs toward the wall.
Q&A
Why is Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen starting instead of Alex Lyon?
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen is starting due to his previous role as the playoff starter, while Alex Lyon will serve as the backup.
What happened to Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen in Game 2 of the playoffs?
Luukkonen was pulled during Game 2 against the Boston Bruins after allowing a goal from a bouncing puck.
What is the current series status between the Sabres and Canadiens?
The Montreal Canadiens lead the series 2-1 against the Buffalo Sabres in the Eastern Conference semifinal.
