Casey DeSmith, the backup goalie, took part in the starter's drills with Ian Clark, indicating a maintenance day for Demko. DeSmith started for the Canucks against the Blues. The game saw the Canucks seeking revenge on the Blues, with DeSmith not tested until nearly seven minutes into the game. The Blues and Canucks traded goals in the third period, resulting in a 3-2 score. The Canucks need an upgrade in their top six, according to the coach.
for sure. And I agree with coach when he said there were issues before the OT goal. Long shift. Turnover at Blues line. They need more. But also clear #Canucks need upgrade in their top six https://t.co/V0gZdQOygW
Now 3 goals 5:41 into the 3rd, another for Vancouver. Blues leave Suter open in the slot on the PP, 3-2. #stlblues
The Blues and Canucks trade goals in the opening 1:41 of the 3rd period. - Blues with a D-zone turnover, give up big rebound, and outmuscled in front of the net. Suter made it 2-1. - Toropchenko with a goal at the front of the net, 3-1. #stlblues
#Canucks stacking shifts here early. Just 3 shots, but Blues, who played last night, have barely touched the puck.
Nearly seven minutes into the game and the Blues are yet to test Casey DeSmith with a shot on goal. #Canucks
DeSmith and Hofer leads their teams on to ice for warm-up #Canucks vs Blues
Scenes from morning skate: DeSmith starts, Lotto Line likely split up as Canucks seek revenge on Blues https://t.co/AUO4NhScZu
DeSmith gets the cage tonight. #Canucks #Blues
Casey DeSmith doing starter’s drills with Ian Clark this morning #Canucks
Casey DeSmith doing the starter’s drills with Ian Clark this morning #Canucks
looks like a maintenance day for Demko. #Canucks have practice goalie on the ice with DeSmith