NHL goalie to wear In Flames inspired mask

Already the most metal of the prominent North American sporting codes, the NHL will, this upcoming season, feature a slightly greater heavy presence.

Swedish goalkeeper Robin Lehner, in a nod to his Scandinavian ancestry and to coincide with his move from the Ottawa Senators to the Buffalo Sabres, will wear a new face mask, with the art work inspired by In Flames' noted Jesterhead design.

"Robin and I had a vision to create a dark and gritty design, inspired by nightmares. With a violent look filled with scratches and marks and splatter, the design transforms into a tribute to Robin Lehner´s favorite music," designer DAVEART.com states.