In today’s NHL rumors rundown, are the Edmonton Oilers still looking to the trade market for a defenseman? Meanwhile, what is the status of talks with Connor McDavid? Did the Anaheim Ducks try to send Cam Fowler to the New York Rangers as part of the Jacob Trouba trade? Brady Tkachuk denies hearing anything about
Thatcher Demko
It feels like a distant memory now, but during the 2020 bubble playoffs, when Vancouver Canucks goalie Jacob Markstrom went down, a young Thatcher Demko stepped in and surprised the hockey world. Back then, Demko stood on his head, setting records by keeping the Vegas Golden Knights off the score sheet for what seemed like
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the New Jersey Devils lost defenseman Luke Hughes for six to eight weeks. Meanwhile, is there any news on what the Vancouver Canucks are doing to find a backup plan if Thatcher Demko can’t start the season? Matt Martin is joining the New York Islanders on a PTO. Finally, are
In this edition of the Vancouver Canucks News & Rumors, further clarification on Thatcher Demko’s knee injury is provided. Also, Brock Boeser discusses next season and how he will have to deal with blood clotting that ended his 2023-24 season. Additionally, the Canucks announced their roster for the 2024 Young Stars tournament. Clarification on Demko’s
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Leon Draisaitl‘s eight-year extension guarantees Connor McDavid will re-sign with the team next summer, notes one insider. Meanwhile, the Vancouver Canucks got good news as Thatcher Demko was on the ice this week. The Calgary Flames are reportedly offering Tyson Barrie a PTO. Finally, Cole Caufield is switching jersey numbers
In this edition of the Vancouver Canucks News & Rumors, an update is provided on Thatcher Demko‘s health. Additionally, the Canucks continue to target goalie Kevin Lankinen. Also, Arturs Silovs is dealing with an injury. Demko Health Update CHEK TV’s Rick Dhaliwal reported there is a sign that Demko is making progress on his injury
*this archive was originally written by Eugene Helfrick It’s impossible to win in the NHL without great goaltending. The position can feel random at times and even world-class goaltenders can have terrible nights in the net. However, the great teams at the end of the day have stability between the pipes, with some goaltenders proving
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
The Vancouver Canucks have emerged from their offseason slumber. From Vasily Podkolzin getting traded to the Edmonton Oilers and Quinn Hughes being named as a cover athlete for NHL 25 to Thatcher Demko missing training camp and the preseason and NHL Network’s positional rankings, we have plenty of things to discuss. With that said, let’s
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
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Vancouver Canucks have confirmed the status for goaltender Thatcher Demko and Game 7 versus the Edmonton Oilers. Rod Brind’Amour re-signed with the Carolina Hurricanes. What took so long to get that deal done? Are the Boston Bruins actively trying to trade Linus Ullmark even though he’s got a no-trade
The Vancouver Canucks are off to a historic start this season with a remarkable 20-9-1 record – the fastest they have ever hit 20 wins in a campaign. They sit second in the league behind the Vegas Golden Knights with 41 points and are on pace to eclipse the century mark for the first time
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
At this point last season, the Vancouver Canucks were an abysmal 0-4-2, blowing multi-goal leads left and right and losing games either in the third period or overtime. This season, they are a respectable 4-2 and look more structured and controlled in their systems. Apart from the rather confusing outlier against the Philadelphia Flyers where
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, who are some of the names the Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers looking at when it comes to taking on executive roles with their respective teams? Meanwhile, could the Penguins shake things up and go full rebuild? What is the latest on Thatcher Demko and his status with the Vancouver
Rick Tocchet has now been head coach of the Vancouver Canucks for 20 games, and it is hard to argue against the notion that the team hasn’t improved. From their 11-7-2 record to the overall way they have played on the ice, it looks as though the team is buying into his game plan and
To say it has been a difficult season for Vancouver Canucks goaltender Thatcher Demko is an understatement. After starting the season 3-10-2, he suffered a lower-body injury on Dec. 1, 2023, that has kept him out of the lineup since. Now, just days before he was set to be the backup versus the Philadelphia Flyers,
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Vancouver Canucks are apparently taking calls about the availability of Thatcher Demko. Meanwhile, who are the Edmonton Oilers looking at as they scout the Canucks and Columbus Blue Jackets? Explore everything hockey with THW’s Hockeypedia pages. The Buffalo Sabres could be buyers as they continue to play well and