Thatcher Demko delivered a stellar performance, stopping all 25 shots as the Vancouver Canucks secured a 3-0 victory against the Colorado Avalanche. This shutout marks Demko's first of the season and the ninth of his NHL career. Jake DeBrusk, leading the Canucks with 19 goals this season, opened the scoring early in the second period, followed by a power-play goal from Brock Boeser. Filip Hronek registered two assists, while Drew O’Connor sealed the win with an empty-net goal. The Avalanche's Mackenzie Blackwood made 28 saves, but their shutout streak ended at three games.

The contest saw increasing physicality in the final period, culminating in multiple scrums and a game misconduct penalty for Colorado’s Miles Wood. The Canucks, despite missing their captain Quinn Hughes due to an undisclosed injury, have collected points in five of their last six games. Looking ahead, the Canucks will face the San Jose Sharks, while the Avalanche continue their road trip against the Calgary Flames.

Thatcher Demko led the Vancouver Canucks to a 3-0 victory over the Colorado Avalanche, achieving his first shutout of the season and the ninth of his NHL career. Demko was solid in goal, stopping all 25 shots faced. Jake DeBrusk initiated the scoring with his 19th goal of the season early in the second period, followed by a power-play goal from Brock Boeser. Filip Hronek provided two assists, while Drew O’Connor sealed the win with an empty-net goal. The Avalanche's Mackenzie Blackwood made 28 saves but faced a tough night as Colorado's shutout streak was snapped.

The match turned tense in the third period, featuring multiple scrums and 26 penalty minutes assessed. Miles Wood received a game misconduct for an inappropriate poke at Vancouver’s Linus Karlsson. The Canucks have shown improved form, now with points in five of their last six matches. Meanwhile, the Avalanche will need to regroup quickly as they continue their Canadian road trip against the Calgary Flames.

The Washington Capitals are considering extending goaltender Charlie Lindgren with a potential annual average value (AAV) between $3.5 million and $4 million. Lindgren, who is currently in the final year of a three-year deal worth $3.3 million, has garnered respect within the locker room and received endorsement from star Alex Ovechkin. However, re-signing Lindgren could jeopardize the future of fellow goalie Hunter Shepard, who is a pending unrestricted free agent (UFA).

On the trade front, the Vancouver Canucks are reassessing their roster following the departure of J.T. Miller. Notable players like Quinn Hughes and Filip Hronek are considered untouchable, while Thatcher Demko and Kevin Lankinen are in a precarious position. The future of Brock Boeser, a pending UFA, remains uncertain, raising questions about whether the Canucks will trade him or attempt to extend his contract.

As the Vancouver Canucks approach the trade deadline, discussions about Brock Boeser's future intensify. With the winger set to become an unrestricted free agent, there's speculation whether the Canucks might allow him to walk, opting instead for the available salary cap space. General manager skepticism regarding Boeser’s value has not led to any significant contract talks, raising the likelihood of a trade if the situation doesn’t change soon.

The Canucks may decide to keep Boeser through the deadline, hoping he can replicate last year’s playoff performance. However, with a firm stance on the financial terms they are willing to offer, the team faces a challenging decision. Boeser, who has spent nearly nine seasons in Vancouver, might seek a better financial opportunity elsewhere, especially given his 40-goal season. Fans and analysts are left weighing the potential risks and rewards of locking him into a lucrative long-term contract.