SUNRISE (CBSMiami) – The Florida Panthers made a roster move on Tuesday, adding a veteran goaltender.
The Panthers claimed Antti Niemi off waivers, a move that likely means Roberto Luongo may be out longer than expected.
Niemi was waived by Pittsburgh after a rough start to the season as the backup to Matt Murray.
“Antti is a proven veteran who further stabilizes our organization’s goaltending depth,” Panthers general manager Dale Tallon said. “We’re happy to welcome him to South Florida.”
Luongo injured his right hand during a game against those same Penguins last Friday and was placed on Injured Reserve the next day.