Chad Johnson will start Friday's game against the Senators.

Johnson will start Friday's game against the Senators.

Analysis:

After giving way to Anders Lindback in Tuesday's 3-0 loss to Tampa Bay, Johnson is in line to make his first start for last-place Buffalo since being acquired from the Islanders on Monday. Johnson has had a tough year, going 8-8-1 with a 3.08 GAA and .889 Sv% in 19 appearances with a strong Islanders squad. It's advised to stay away from Johnson until he proves he can stop pucks consistently. With a potential timeshare looming with Anders Lindback, a good showing against Ottawa may lead to a second straight start from Johnson.