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Can 22-Year-Old Goalie Leevi Merilainen Keep The Ottawa Senators In Playoff Contention?
A lot of things had to happen for Leevi Merilainen to get this chance, but until further notice, the Ottawa Senators net belongs to him.
Senators' Leevi Merilainen: Saddled with overtime loss
Merilainen turned aside 27 of 28 shots faced during Thursday's 1-0 home loss to the Capitals. Merilainen stood tall against the vaunted Capitals before surrendering Alex Ovechkin's 874th career goal in overtime.
Leevi Merilainen, Senators secure shutout win vs. Islanders
Leevi Merilainen authored his second shutout in three starts Tuesday night, recording 24 saves to lead the visiting Ottawa Senators to a 2-0 win over the New York Islanders in Elmont, N.Y.
Leevi Merilainen's emergence with the Senators could leave club with crowded crease
Leevi Merilainen has become a net gain for the Ottawa Senators. Just when it looked like the Senators were headed in the wrong direction, the 22-year-old rookie goaltender has stepped into the role left vacant by the back injury to Linus Ullmark and has been solid.
Senators' Leevi Merilainen: Between pipes against Caps
Merilainen will tend the twine for Thursday's home matchup with Washington, Graeme Nichols of The Hockey News reports.
Leevi Merilainen Stays Hot As Ottawa Senators Blank New York Islanders 2-0
After starting the new year with a four-game losing streak, the Ottawa Senators have rebounded with three wins in a row. They beat the New York Islanders 2-0 on Tuesday night at UBS Arena. 22-year-old rookie Leevi Merilainen continues to be the hot hand for the Sens, making 23 saves for the shutout, Ottawa's sixth of the season, all on the road.
Merilainen and Gaudette lead Senators to 2-0 win against Islanders
Leevi Merilainen made 24 saves for his second shutout in three games and the Ottawa Senators beat the New York Islanders 2-0.
Leevi Merilainen helps save the day as Senators win third straight
Leevi Merilainen is the Ottawa Senators’ new Zero Hero. The rookie goaltender made 23 stops for his second shutout in his last three games as the Senators extended their winning streak to three straight with a 2-0 win over the New York Islanders on Tuesday night at UBS Arena.
Ottawa Senators Prospect of the Week – Leevi Merilainen
When Linus Ullmark injured his back in the first period against the Edmonton Oilers on Dec. 22, many of the Ottawa Senators’ worst fears were realized.
Ottawa Senators Postgame: Merilainen Leads the Way, Again!
In a defensive battle, the Ottawa Senators managed to play a detail-oriented game to come away with their third win in a row. The post Ottawa Senators Postgame: Merilainen Leads the Way, Again! appeared first on Ottawa Hockey Now.
Senators score second straight win with rookie goalie Leevi Merilainen
Rookie goaltender Leevi Merilainen made 24 stops to help lead the club to its second straight victory. Matthew Highmore, Tim Stutzle and Josh Norris scored for the Senators.
Alex Ovechkin breaks the record for most goalies scored on, beating Leevi Merilainen to reach 179
Alex Ovechkin broke the NHL record for the most goaltenders scored on, beating Leevi Merilainen in overtime to give the ...
Merilainen makes 24 saves, Senators end Stars’ winning streak at 7 with 3-2 victory
Leevi Merilainen made 24 saves in his Ottawa home debut and the Senators ended the Dallas Stars’ seven-game winning streak ...
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Rookie Goalie Guides Senators Past Streaking Stars
Leading the effort for the Sens was their rookie goaltender Leevi Merilainen. The Senators turned to Merilainen following an injury to their Vezina Trophy-winning starter, Linus Ullmark.
NHL Fantasy Hockey Waiver Wire Goalie Pickups Jan. 16 - Leave It To Leevi
Senators goalie Leevi Merilainen is expected to start with a three-game winning streak, including two shutouts.