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Canucks Face Tough Decision on Goalie Demko's Future

6/3/2025

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As the 2025-26 season looms, the Vancouver Canucks are at a crossroads with goaltender Thatcher Demko. With a manageable $5 million cap hit and no trade protection, he could be on the move if extension talks falter. With Kevin Lankinen and Arturs Silovs in the mix, Demko's potential trade value rises amidst lingering health worries.

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Story summary

As the 2025-26 season looms, the Vancouver Canucks are at a crossroads with goaltender Thatcher Demko. With a manageable $5 million cap hit and no trade protection, he could be on the move if extension talks falter. With Kevin Lankinen and Arturs Silovs in the mix, Demko's potential trade value rises amidst lingering health worries.