There’s encouraging news regarding Thatcher Demko’s injury situation. Canucks insider Rick Dhaliwal reports that the goaltender might make a return late in the second round of the NHL playoffs, provided the Canucks advance past the Nashville Predators.
While the specifics of Demko’s recovery timeline remain unclear, earlier concerns about him missing extended time seem to be overstated. Dhaliwal indicated that Demko could be back on the ice by the later stages of the second round, should the Canucks make it that far.
This update aligns with comments from NHL insider Elliotte Friedman, who expressed his surprise at rumors of Demko potentially missing a year.
“I was surprised by the report of Demko being out for the year. I had heard positive things about his situation on Thursday, and Dhaliwal’s update about a late second-round return was consistent with that,” Friedman noted.
NHL NEWS & RUMORS: Thatcher Demko, Vancouver Canucks Updates
Moreover, it appears that Demko will not require any surgical intervention to aid his recovery.
A positive indicator of Demko’s progress is his ability to travel and move around relatively freely. Although he will miss the upcoming series against the Predators, his mobility and travel capabilities suggest the injury may not be as severe as initially feared.
The Canucks medical team’s decision to allow him to travel and walk without extra precautions offers further optimism about his condition.
NHL NEWS & RUMORS: Thatcher Demko, Vancouver Canucks Updates
As the situation evolves, Demko’s potential return could provide a significant boost for the Canucks as they aim for a deep playoff run.
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