Thatcher Demko, the Vancouver Canucks' goalie, missed the first day of training camp due to a lower-body injury from the playoffs, leaving his readiness for the 2024-25 season uncertain. He expressed optimism about his rehab progress, stating he feels confident about returning soon.

Demko has faced multiple injuries since becoming a starter, and while he acknowledges the slow progress, he sees improvement. Other Canucks players, including Teddy Blueger and Cole McWard, are also sidelined with minor surgeries.