Arizona Coyotes goalie Antti Raanta (32) makes a save against Toronto Maple Leafs Zach Hyman (11). (Nathan Denette/CP)
Arizona Coyotes goaltender Antti Raanta was involved in a minor car accident prior to Thursday’s game against the Dallas Stars but was not injured, according to the team.
Antti Raanta update: Raanta was involved in a rear-end collision on Loop 101 on his way to Gila River Arena tonight. He was shaken up but is ok. He served as the Coyotes backup goaltender tonight versus Dallas but for precautionary reasons, was not on the bench.
— Arizona Coyotes (@ArizonaCoyotes) February 2, 2018
Raanta was slated to get the start against the Stars but was moved to backup, with many left to speculate why he wasn’t on the bench. The team stated the move was made for “precautionary reasons.” Scott Wedgewood suited up in his place, making 21 saves in the 4-1 loss.
Tocchet said Antti Raanta spent the game in the dressing room and could have been available in an emergency but he wasn't sure if he would have put him in.
— Craig Morgan (@craigsmorgan) February 2, 2018
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