Canucks Live: Thatcher Demko Won’t Play Tonight
The Vancouver Canucks host the Columbus Blue Jackets tonight, but goaltender Thatcher Demko will not be playing.
Status Update on Thatcher Demko
The Canucks' communication about Demko’s availability has been confusing, but the situation is clearer upon closer look. Demko was advised this summer to take a day off if he felt he needed it, especially given the unusually demanding NHL schedule this season.
Demko has not played since last Monday. He participated in Wednesday’s morning skate but served as backup during the game that night. Thursday was an off-day for the entire team.
Head coach Adam Foote confirmed on Saturday that Demko was unavailable for that game. His status for the upcoming game against the Colorado Avalanche on Sunday night remains uncertain.
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Author’s Summary
The Canucks' goalie Thatcher Demko remains out tonight amid a demanding schedule, with his condition for upcoming games still uncertain.