Buffalo Sabres' Injuries Impact Game Against Blues

Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff confirmed that both starting goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and top center Tage Thompson will not play in the upcoming game against the Philadelphia Flyers, as they recover from lower-body injuries. Luukkonen, who has been practicing, will be rested for the match, while Thompson is expected to return by Wednesday against the Los Angeles Kings. Ruff noted that winger Jordan Greenway might also miss the game due to a nagging injury. Devon Levi is set to start in goal, with James Reimer as backup. The Sabres, currently ranked 22nd in the league, aim to halt their losing streak after a recent defeat against the Montreal Canadiens. Despite their struggles, Buffalo's power play has shown improvement, scoring in four consecutive games and ranking fourth in the NHL for that period.