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Thatcher Demko was born on December 8, 1995, in San Diego, California. In 2011-12, Demko played for the U.S. National U17 Team. In three games, he posted a 1.29 goals-against average and a .940 save percentage.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / January 12

Concern That Thatcher Demko’s Injury Could Be Season-Ending

Not that long ago, Thatcher Demko made his return from injury and immediately steadied the ship in Vancouver, backstopping the post–Quinn Hughes Canucks to three consecutive wins while looking every bit like an All-Star.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / January 12

Canucks News & Rumours: Demko, Tolopilo, Mancini & Pettersson

Heading into Monday’s contest, both the Vancouver Canucks and the Montreal Canadiens are coming off shutout losses on Saturday night, but that’s about where the similarities end.

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Vancouver Canucks News / Professor Press Box / January 12

Thatcher Demko's Injury Magnifies Canucks' Bigger Issues

The biggest storyline around the Vancouver Canucks right now isn’t systems or matchups. It’s the same one that keeps resurfacing, no matter who’s behind the bench or how the roster changes.

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Vancouver Canucks News / Athlon Sports / January 12

Canucks President Reveals Franchise Plans After Thatcher Demko News

The Vancouver Canucks are no longer avoiding the word fans usually fear most. After a string of losses that dropped the Canucks to the bottom of the NHL

Vancouver Canucks News / Field Level Media / January 11

Canucks G Thatcher Demko (lower body) placed on IR

Vancouver Canucks goaltender Thatcher Demko landed on injured reserve Sunday for the second time this season. Demko sustained a lower-body injury during Vancouver's 5-0 setback to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / January 11

Canucks place Thatcher Demko on injured reserve

Not the best update for one of the Vancouver Canucks‘ more valuable assets. On Sunday, General Manager Patrik Allvin announced that goaltender Thatcher Demko has been placed on injured reserve.

Vancouver Canucks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 11

Canucks Place Thatcher Demko On Injured Reserve

More discouraging news has hit the Vancouver Canucks, as they shared this afternoon that Thatcher Demko has been placed on injured reserve, his second such designation this season.

Vancouver Canucks News / Daily Faceoff / January 11

Canucks’ Thatcher Demko leaves game against Leafs with lower-body injury

Well, isn’t this a familiar sight? During Saturday night’s game between the Vancouver Canucks and Toronto Maple Leafs, Canucks goaltender Thatcher Demko was noticeably absent when the second period began.

Vancouver Canucks News / Last Word On Sports / January 11

Vancouver Canucks Goaltender Deals With Yet Another Injury

This feels like a familiar refrain. More bad news dropped for the Vancouver Canucks on Saturday night as they lost their sixth-consecutive game against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / January 10

Canucks: Thatcher Demko left game vs. Maple Leafs with lower-body injury

Here we go again. When speaking to the media following the team’s 5-0 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs, Vancouver Canucks head coach Adam Foote revealed that Thatcher Demko had been removed from the game after the first period due to a lower-body injury.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / January 10

Scenes from morning skate: Demko starts, Karlsson and Öhgren get top six opportunities for Canucks vs. Maple Leafs

The Vancouver Canucks (16-22-5) reach the midway mark of their six-game road trip when they face the Toronto Maple Leafs (21-15-7) at Scotiabank Arena.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / January 6

Canucks News & Rumours: Demko, Blueger, Chytil & Luck

The Vancouver Canucks are in Buffalo tonight, facing a Sabres team eager to respond after a rare stumble. Buffalo lost 5-1 to the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday, snapping a franchise-record tying 10-game win streak.

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / January 6

Canucks’ Demko on Team USA’s injury list for Winter Olympics: report

Hours after three more Vancouver Canucks were named to their respective Olympic teams for the 2026 Winter Games in February, we hear that goaltender Thatcher Demko is on Team USA’s injury list.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 3

Kraken’s Matty Beniers fools Thatcher Demko, scores unreal shootout winner

Matty Beniers delivered a highlight-reel moment on Friday night, deking Vancouver Canucks goalie Thatcher Demko in the shootout to secure a 4-3 win for the Seattle Kraken at Rogers Arena.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / January 2

Scenes from morning skate: Demko starts as Canucks host Kraken in first game of 2026

The Vancouver Canucks (16-20-3) play their first game of 2026 tonight when they host the Seattle Kraken (17-14-7) at Rogers Arena. Due to broadcast rights around the league’s Winter Classic in Miami, tonight’s game begins at 7:30 pm.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / December 27

Scenes from morning skate: Pettersson returns, Demko starts for Canucks vs. Sharks

After a brief holiday break, the Vancouver Canucks (15-18-3) return to work tonight when they host the San Jose Sharks (17-17-3) at Rogers Arena. The game is set for a 7pm puck drop.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / December 23

Canucks sign Garland and Demko to contract extensions on day one of free agency: Top 10 Canucks stories of 2025 – #10

Welcome to our annual series here at CanucksArmy, where we ring in the new year by looking back at the top 10 Vancouver Canucks news stories of the past calendar year. Oh, to go back to the good vibes of the offseason.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / December 23

The Statsies: Thatcher Demko stands on his head as Canucks lose to Flyers

All good things must come to an end. The Vancouver Canucks’ win streak comes to an end at the hands of the Philadelphia Flyers, dropping a 5-2 decision to close out the road trip.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / December 20

Demko Shares the Boring Reasons the Canucks Are Winning

If you watched the interview of Thatcher Demko after the Vancouver Canucks’ 4-0 win over the New York Islanders, you probably caught the same vibe I did.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / December 20

Thatcher Demko makes stance clear on his future with Canucks

Everyone involved with the Vancouver Canucks is still adjusting to life without their former captain and best player, Quinn Hughes. It’s going to take a while to get used to, though, depending on how deep the teardown goes, reality could set in quickly.

Vancouver Canucks News / Field Level Media / December 16

Thatcher Demko, Canucks shut out host Rangers

Evander Kane and newcomer Liam Ohgren scored early in the opening two periods Tuesday night and Thatcher Demko recorded the shutout as the retooled Vancouver Canucks earned a 3-0 victory over the New York Rangers, whose home woes continued.

Vancouver Canucks News / Daily Faceoff / December 9

Canucks injury news: Thatcher Demko set for first start in nearly a month

The Vancouver Canucks are getting some good news on the injury front. Goaltender Thatcher Demko is expected to start against the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday after missing the Canucks’ last 12 games with a lower-body injury.

Vancouver Canucks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 14

Canucks make move in wake of Thatcher Demko injury

This is a familiar spot for Demko. He spent much of last season on the injured reserve.

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Vancouver Canucks News / Daily Faceoff / November 12

Another Thatcher Demko injury leaves more questions for Canucks

Another injury for Thatcher Demko leaves more questions for Canucks

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Vancouver Canucks News / Daily Faceoff / November 10

Thatcher Demko has seen significant improvement in his game this season

The Vancouver Canucks may be well off contending for a Stanley Cup, but the start of the 2025-26 NHL season has gone relatively well, considering the significant injuries impacting the roster. Between the pipes, Thatcher Demko has been one of the bright spots.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / November 7

Inside the Canucks’ Quiet Maintenance Conversation with Thatcher Demko

With news that the Vancouver Canucks didn’t have goaltender Thatcher Demko at practice and that he might not be available to play, concerns about another injury surfaced.