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Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen

Goaltender · Buffalo Sabres

2017 Draft, Rd 2 Pick 23 (#54) — Buffalo Sabres

Next Game

Wed, Apr 15 · 7:00 PM ET vs Stars

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Age 276'5"223 lbsCatches LeftEspoo, FIN

Current Season

GP

34

W-L-OTL

21-9-3

GAA

2.56

SV%

.909

SO

1

GS

-

Last 5 Games

DateOppDecGASASV%
Apr 8@ NYRW320.850
Apr 6vs TBLW225.920
Apr 2@ OTTL222.909
Mar 31vs NYIW328.893
Mar 28vs SEAW234.941

Career Stats

Contract

Cap Hit

$4.75M

Total Value

$23.75M

Expires

5 yrs · 2028-2029

Status

Then UFA

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Recent Stories

News
Lafrenière Buries One Past UPL in BUF-NYR Clash

Alexis Lafrenière picks the corner on Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen as Buffalo tangles with the Rangers, a goal that tilts the rivalry needle. These matchups always spark the old grudges, with young guns like Lafrenière proving they're no longer sidekicks. The stakes climb higher with every lamp light in this playoff hunt.

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Game Recap
Luukkonen Shuts Down Lightning Surge

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stands tall in net as the Sabres claw past the Lightning in a gritty 4-2 victory at KeyBank Center. Buffalo's locker room erupts with raw emotion, from Tuch hitting 30 goals to Quinn sealing the deal, while the Bolts chase in vain. This win keeps the Sabres' momentum rolling amid a tight playoff race where every point against a contender like Tampa carries massive weight.

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Luukkonen Shuts Down Lightning

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stands tall to top the Lightning in a gritty battle that fantasy owners celebrate. Buffalo's netminder flashes the poise that insiders knew he possessed all season. This win bolsters the Sabres' push while denting Tampa's momentum at a pivotal juncture.

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McDonagh Dishes Postgame in Buffalo

Ryan McDonagh steps to the mic after facing the Sabres, and you know he's got the unfiltered take from a guy who's seen every playoff war this league dishes out. With Tampa Bay locked in a dead heat atop the Atlantic, his words carry extra weight as Buffalo claws back into the mix with Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stonewalling shots and Alex Tuch lighting the lamp.

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Game Recap
Sabres Surge Rekindles Buffalo Buzz for Playoff Return

The Buffalo Sabres keep charging toward their first playoff berth in 15 years, turning KeyBank Center into a cauldron every night. Fans who endured the lean years now pack the stands, sensing the drought is finally ending after a string of gritty wins like that 4-3 thriller over the Islanders. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stands tall in net, but the real test comes with playoff chasers breathing down their necks in the tight Eastern race.

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Luukkonen's Clutch Save vs. Isles

Buffalo's Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stones the Islanders with a highlight-reel save that shifts the game's momentum. Goaltenders like him thrive in these high-stakes moments where one stop changes playoff fates. Teams eyeing the net at the deadline take note of his poise under pressure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen's stats this season?
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has a 21-9-3 record in 34 games this season with a 2.56 GAA and .909 save percentage, including 1 shutout.
What team does Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen play for?
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen is a goaltender for the Buffalo Sabres.
What is Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen's contract?
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has a cap hit of $4.75M with 3 years remaining. He will be an unrestricted free agent (UFA) when the contract expires.
When was Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen drafted?
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen was drafted in the 2017 NHL Draft by the Buffalo Sabres in Round 2, Pick 23 (54 overall).
Where is Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen from?
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen is 27 years old and was born in Espoo, FIN.