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Garland Back for Canucks, Rejoins Top Power Play as Blueger Nears Non-Contact Skate

The move bolsters a short-handed roster that has opened 7-7.

Overview

  • Assistant coach Brett McLean confirmed Conor Garland will play Wednesday against the Chicago Blackhawks.
  • Garland fully participated in the morning skate and retook a spot on Vancouver’s first power-play unit.
  • Teddy Blueger skated in a regular jersey in the morning but left early, with the staff expecting him to join a non-contact practice soon.
  • Jonathan Lekkerimäki is also expected to begin skating in a non-contact jersey soon, according to the coaching update.
  • Through 14 games the Canucks are 7-7, and Garland leads the team with 11 points in 11 appearances.