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Sabres Face Elimination in Hockey Series

Updated 2026-05-17 01:30 UTC 1 source Negative

In Game 6 of the NHL playoffs, Buffalo Sabres goaltender Alex Lyon was pulled after allowing three goals on three shots. The team turned to Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen as they face elimination against the Montreal Canadiens.

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Facing elimination, Sabres start, pull Lyon again

Buffalo goaltender Alex Lyon started Game 6 against the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night, with his Sabres facing elimination, but was pulled halfway into the first period after allowing three goals on three shots, giving way to Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen.

2026-05-17 02:17 UTC