The Vancouver Canucks are grappling with injury concerns as they strive for a playoff spot, notably missing key forward Elias Pettersson due to an upper-body injury since March 22. Head coach Rick Tocchet has labeled Pettersson's status as day-to-day, but the team has little time left to secure a playoff position with only eight games remaining.

Filip Chytil's situation is less optimistic; he has been sidelined with a concussion, and Tocchet expressed doubts about his return this season. Meanwhile, Nils Hoglander appears close to a return, participating in practice after an undisclosed injury. The Canucks have faced numerous injuries this season, affecting their lineup including captain Quinn Hughes and sniper Brock Boeser. Despite the challenges, goalie Thatcher Demko remains hopeful as the team pushes for wins against division rivals like the Seattle Kraken.