Ruff Shaking Up Sabres Lineup Against Mammoth

Colten Ellis gets second start instead of struggling Luukkonen, Kulich and Helenius to be scratched

By Michael Augello · The Hockey News

Published: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 8:59 PM

Key Things to Know

Head coach Lindy Ruff is changing Buffalo's lineup against Utah following a 4-0 loss to Dallas.
Colten Ellis is expected to start in goal over the struggling Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen.
Forwards Jiri Kulich and rookie Konsta Helenius will be scratched from the lineup.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff is making significant lineup changes ahead of Saturday's game against the Utah Mammoth following a 4-0 loss to Dallas. Goaltender Colten Ellis is expected to make his second start of the season in place of struggling starter Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen.

Ruff is also inserting Tyson Kozak and veteran Sam Carrick into the lineup, while scratching Jiri Kulich and rookie Konsta Helenius. Tage Thompson shifts to center between Josh Norris and Jack Quinn, as Ruff emphasized the need for better puck battles and consistent compete level.

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