In a surprising move, coach Jim Montgomery announced multiple last-minute lineup changes ahead of the game.
Due to injuries, Jake DeBrusk, Matt Poitras, and Derek Forbort will be sidelined. Stepping into the lineup are Patrick Brown, Jakub Lauko, and Kevin Shattenkirk, bringing a fresh dynamic to the team.
Pregame updates per Coach Montgomery:
▪️ Jake DeBrusk, Matt Poitras, and Derek Forbort are out with injury ▪️ Patrick Brown, Jakub Lauko, and Kevin Shattenkirk will sub in ▪️ Linus Ullmark starts in goal
The unexpected alterations add an element of anticipation to the match. In the net, Linus Ullmark gets the starting nod, promising an intriguing game with a revamped lineup. Fans are eager to see how these adjustments will impact the team's performance on the ice.