With Thatcher Demko’s availability uncertain for the start of 2024-25, the Vancouver Canucks’ goaltending depth has come into question. If he’s unable to start on Oct. 9 against the Calgary Flames, backup Arturs Silovs will once again take over and continue his run from the 2024 Playoffs when he started every game after Casey DeSmith
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In a recent discussion, Jason Brough and guest host Josh Elliott-Wolfe delved into a significant shift within the Vancouver Canucks organization that may have broader implications than it initially appears. Ian Clark, the renowned goalie coach who has played a crucial role in developing the team’s goaltenders, including star goalie Thatcher Demko, is transitioning into
After a busy July 1, the Vancouver Canucks have been relatively quiet on the news front with only updates from their annual development camp dotting their social media channels. General manager Patrik Allvin still has some things left on his to-do list, however, one being re-signing restricted free agent Arturs Silovs. He should also add
The Vancouver Canucks moved to 15-7-1 with a 3-1 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday, Nov. 28. Looking for a bounce-back performance after their loss to the San Jose Sharks on Saturday, Nov. 25, the Canucks were able to squeak out a victory despite playing lacklustre hockey for a majority of the game. Here
As the NHL schedule flips to a new page of its 2022-23 calendar, all of that which made up a narrative-rich November left fans with a lot to digest heading into December. In many cases, supporters must be satisfied with what they were able to consume. Whereas, what other respective onlookers witnessed from their favourite
The NHL Goalie Report is back! Poised to be better than ever, this series will cover all that matters most throughout 2022-23. Expect these writeups to showcase league leaders, highlight-reel saves, backups battling for starts, spotlight-worthy debuts, questionable calls, all-star performances, injury updates, and everything in between. 2022-23 NHL Goalie Report (The Hockey Writers) In anticipation of
Throughout every offseason, teams go up and down their roster and try to address the areas that are in need of improvement. As we’ve seen with the Vancouver Canucks, talks for both their forward and defensive groups have been a topic of conversation slowly building, both through the draft and free agency. However, with goaltenders
The Vancouver Canucks have played a lot better in recent weeks, the only problem being they’ve been unable to pull out wins. Through 22 games, the Canucks have an 8-12-2 record, which puts them in sixth place in the North Division. They also have the fifth-worst point percentage in the league at .409. Through four
The ’12 Days of Christmas’ is a classic holiday song first published in its current form in 1908. In a nod to the classic carol, join The Hockey Writers as we count down the 12 Days of Hockeymas. Each day, we will provide you with a piece of hockey history as we eagerly await the start of the
The Vancouver Canucks tied up their second-round series against the Vegas Golden Knights thanks to a 5-2 win in Game 2 on Tuesday night. The Golden Knights dominated Game 1, winning 5-0 as Robin Lehner finished with a 26-save shutout. Related: A Look Back at the West Coast Express Line Tyler Toffoli returned to the
Roberto Luongo is one of the most accomplished goaltenders in league history and ranks among the best at the position in numerous categories. But not only has he been an elite netminder throughout his career, he has also been one of the league’s most interesting players throughout his career. Here are seven things that make
Wednesday night’s National Hockey League action provided us with plenty of newsworthy storylines. The league’s hottest team and goaltender kept on earning points out in Hollywood. Plus, a couple of fantastic saves highlighted a huge night in the Pacific Division. Lightning, Vasilevskiy Keep on Rolling We have written a lot about 2019 Vezina Trophy winner
We only had two games on the National Hockey League schedule on Friday night, but we got another road win from a top rookie. Also, the Pacific Division gets a new netminder for the All-Star Game and one of the top goalies in the league gets a big honor. Fleury Declines All-Star Game Invite Vegas
Last night was the final Saturday of action for the decade across the National Hockey League and it was an evening to remember. There were plenty of milestones and personal achievements during a historic night, including two between the pipe. Plus, we will look back to a strange situation that happened 62 years ago today.
Monday night was a rather light schedule in the National Hockey league with just two games on the docket. However, those contests did provide us with some great saves. Plus, we will take a look at some top-notch goaltending in Philadelphia and a shutout that proved something get better with age. Kuemper & Demko Provide
Today’s edition of Goalie News will look at some of the hottest goalies on the planet right now, including the up-and-coming Thatcher Demko and the well-established Carey Price. Price is Right Many consider Price the greatest goalie in the league today, and there’s plenty of reason to agree. The 2005 fifth overall pick is one
report this ad During the 2018-19 regular season, Jacob Markstrom’s strong play surprised many fans and hockey experts, and he helps provide the Vancouver Canucks goalie depth for the next few years. Now, with goalies Thatcher Demko and prospect Michael DiPietro waiting in the wings, it looks as though the Canucks’ goalie depth might become