Leevi Meriläinen Adjusts to Starter Role With Vancouver Canucks

Leevi Meriläinen has been thrust into the starter's role with the Vancouver Canucks after being claimed off waivers from the Ottawa Senators. The 24-year-old goaltender has started 13 of 21 games this season, posting a 2-9-1 record, an .885 save percentage, and a 3.52 GAA. Starting eight of the last nine games, Meriläinen had just 32 career NHL starts prior to this year. He continues working with goaltending coach Marko Torenius to refine his game for long-term progress.