Tough news came out of Buffalo tonight, as #1 goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has left tonight’s preseason game due to a lower-body injury, confirmed by the team. The 26-year-old appears to have reaggravated the ailment which has limited his participation in camp so far.

Luukkonen allowed one goal on 12 shots before coming out, however, he played the entire first period, perhaps encouraging for Buffalo. Likely with the ongoing injury in mind, the Sabres picked up Alexander Georgiev earlier this month on a one-year deal, to go with Alex Lyon , who was signed to a two-year contract after establishing himself as a legit NHLer with the Red Wings.

Even with top prospect Devon Levi having been sent back to AHL Rochester, the Sabres seem to have things covered between th

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