Thatcher Demko of the Vancouver Canucks has been seen on the ice in Nashville and Vancouver, but is ruled out for Game 1. Despite progressing in on-ice activities, he is not participating in invasive drills. Sources suggest Demko will be out at least until Game 4 of the Round 2 series against the Oilers, with a possible return for Game 5.
Sources say #Canucks goalie Thatcher Demko is out through at least Game 4 of this Round 2 series vs. #Oilers. Demko has been skating and progressing. Big week ahead. Earliest possible return is Game 5 and that is probably pushing it. But Games 6-7 get interesting, if necessary.
Thatcher Demko takes the ice after #Canucks practice at UBC @RinkWideVAN @CanucksArmy https://t.co/4yJiaQrmUA
No surprise, but Rick Tocchet has officially ruled Thatcher Demko out for Game 1. #Canucks @Sportsnet650
#Canucks star Thatcher Demko back in the blue paint following Vancoucer morning skate. https://t.co/XEh56WwcLz
Tocchet confirms @sportsnetmurph’s report about Demko skating and generally “progressing.” Notes that while Demko has returned to on-ice activity he isn’t participating in “invasive drills.” #Canucks
Thatcher Demko was on the ice yesterday here in Nashville and will likely hit the ice today after the #canucks optional skate