Finland's coach Antti Pennanen announced that Kevin Lankinen will start against Sweden in the 4 Nations Face-Off, replacing Juuse Saros following a heavy 6-1 defeat to the United States. Saros struggled in both the game and this NHL season, prompting the change. Lankinen has shown promising performance for the Vancouver Canucks, seeking to elevate his game further. Pennanen is also considering additional lineup changes after a disappointing outcome, illustrating the team's need for improvement.
Pennanen hinted at making other lineup changes after scratching Kaapo Kakko and Juuso Valimaki on Thursday night but would not reveal much.
Saros' struggles stretched into the 4 Nations from his rough half-season-plus in the NHL with the Nashville Predators.
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