Game 7 drama unfolds within the Canucks with multiple absences
A Game 7 in the Stanley Cup playoffs is the scenario every young hockey player dreams of, but several Vancouver Canucks players will miss out tonight against the Edmonton Oilers.
The Canucks will be without goaltender
Thatcher Demko, confirmed by head coach Rick Tocchet earlier. Demko is not ready to play in Game 7.
Thatcher Demko, Christian Wolanin, Mark Friedman, Vasil Podzokin, Noah Juulsen, and Linus Karlsson will not be playing in Game 7.
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Impact on the Canucks' strategy
The absences force the Canucks to make tough decisions, reflecting the harsh realities of the Stanley Cup playoffs. Each player's absence changes the dynamic of the team, and the coaching staff will need to adjust their strategy accordingly.
Rick Tocchet's next steps
Fans can expect another update from head coach Rick Tocchet regarding who will suit up for the game tonight. The team will need to rally and make the best of their current lineup to overcome the Oilers.
As the Canucks and Oilers prepare for this decisive Game 7, the stakes are high, and the drama is palpable. Every decision and every player on the ice will play a crucial role in determining who advances in the Stanley Cup playoffs.
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20 MAI | 224 ANSWERS Game 7 drama unfolds within the Canucks with multiple absences Who will win tonight? The Vancouver Canucks or the Edmonton Oilers? |
Canucks | 65 | 29 % |
Oilers | 159 | 71 % |
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