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Canucks’ Nils Höglander Undergoes Lower-Body Surgery, Out 8–10 Weeks

His absence forces Vancouver to audition young forwards for a top-nine role before the Oct. 9 opener.

Apr 10, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Vancouver Canucks left wing Nils Hoglander (21) controls the puck in the first period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • GM Patrik Allvin announced Monday night that Höglander had successful lower-body surgery with a recovery window of 8–10 weeks.
  • He was injured Sept. 24 in Abbotsford during a preseason game against the Flames, left in the second period, and was later seen in a walking boot.
  • The team shifted from an initial week-to-week outlook to a late November–mid December return window, with outside reports describing an ankle issue while the club used the broader lower-body designation.
  • Vancouver is evaluating internal options to fill his lineup spot, with Jonathan Lekkerimäki, Braeden Cootes, Linus Karlsson, Arshdeep Bains, and Max Sasson among candidates discussed during camp.
  • Höglander, 24, begins year one of a three-year, $9 million contract after posting eight goals and 25 points last season following a 24-goal breakout in 2023–24.