Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to Guard Goal vs. Penguins

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will start in goal for the Buffalo Sabres against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday. The 26-year-old has been in strong form, winning his last two starts while allowing only three goals on 66 shots. He continues to split time with Alex Lyon. Luukkonen faces a Pittsburgh offense that has scored 12 goals over four games since the Olympic break. He will aim to maintain his momentum in this road contest.