The Vancouver Canucks had their morning skate, with Thatcher Demko being the first goalie off the ice. Carson Soucy was absent due to a hand injury sustained from a shot block, with an expected recovery time of 5-6 weeks. Cole expressed support for Soucy, acknowledging his tough year. Thatcher Demko was confirmed to start for the Canucks that night. During the game, Demko was the only Canucks player to touch the puck in a particular period.
Demko only #Canucks player to touch the puck so far this period
Cole on Soucy: โHeโs had a really tough year and has missed a ton of time. I know itโs really affecting him. Heโll be back and be great again.โ #Canucks https://t.co/M8kCR81ilN
Tocchet confirms Soucy hand injury from shot block Saturday. Recovery time is 5-6 weeks. #Canucks
Thatcher Demko starts for the Canucks tonight.
and Demko first goalie off the ice https://t.co/nRinNWPxub
Thatcher Demko is the first goalie off the ice at morning skate. #Canucks @Sportsnet650
No Carson Soucy at #Canucks morning skate. @Sportsnet650
Canucks hit the ice for their morning skate. https://t.co/hON6E3LU0v