Vancouver Canucks forward Dakota Joshua will be absent from the start of training camp due to recent surgery for testicular cancer.
Having discovered a lump this summer, Joshua underwent surgery to remove the tumor and is focused on recovery. The 28-year-old aims to return to play swiftly while encouraging regular health check-ups for men.
Last season, he achieved career-best stats, netting 18 goals and 14 assists in 63 games with the Canucks.