The Florida Panthers claimed goaltender Antti Niemi off waivers Tuesday, according to TSN's Bob McKenzie.
Florida's sudden need for goaltending depth stems from an apparent thumb injury to starter Roberto Luongo suffered Friday against the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Niemi was waived Monday by the Penguins after performing horribly across three starts this season. The 34-year-old owns an 0-3-0 record to go along with a 7.50 goals-against average and .797 save percentage.
Florida's backup, James Reimer, will serve as the team's starter for the time being, with Niemi holding down the No. 2 role.
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