Quick Info
| Profession | Professional ice hockey goaltender |
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| Nationality | Finnish |
| Date of Birth | 19/03/1999 |
| Age | 27 years |
| Birthplace | Espoo, Finland |
Latest News about Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen
01/07/2025
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen signed a long-term contract extension with the Buffalo Sabres that will keep him under team control through the 2028-29 season. The deal reflects the organization’s decision to build around him as the franchise goaltender after several strong seasons as the team’s primary starter.
15/04/2025
Luukkonen helped lead the Buffalo Sabres to a playoff berth in the 2024-25 NHL season, posting career-best save percentage and goals‑against average marks. His performance earned him consideration for the NHL’s top goaltender awards and solidified his status as one of the league’s rising netminders.
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Bio/Wiki
| Known For | Goaltender for the Buffalo Sabres of the National Hockey League (NHL) |
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| Drafted | 2017 NHL Entry Draft, Round 2, 54th overall by the Buffalo Sabres |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 5 in (196 cm) |
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| Weight | 223 lbs (101 kg) |
| Catches | Left |
Personal Life
| Birth Name | Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen |
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| Nickname | UPL |
Career
| Current Team | Buffalo Sabres |
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| Position | Goaltender |
| League | NHL |
| Career Start | 2018 |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Played junior hockey in North America with the Sudbury Wolves. | |
| 2. Made his NHL debut in 2021. | |
| 3. Recorded his first NHL shutout on 29/10/2023. | |
| 4. Has represented Finland at multiple IIHF World Championships in addition to the World Juniors. |