What Happened
Jake DeBrusk was unavailable for the Vancouver Canucks on Saturday night against the Calgary Flames because of illness. Head coach Manny Malhotra told reporters the forward would not suit up. It is unclear who will take DeBrusk's place in the lineup. DeBrusk, 29, had dressed for Vancouver's first two games of the season and recorded one assist.
Key Details
- DeBrusk is out due to illness, per head coach Manny Malhotra.
- No replacement for DeBrusk in the lineup has been identified.
- DeBrusk, 29, has one assist in two games this season.
- He has played at least 80 games in each of the last three seasons.
- He recorded 23 goals and 19 assists for Vancouver last season.
- Vancouver is 1-1-0; Calgary is 0-1-0.
What It Means
DeBrusk has been a durable top-six winger, appearing in at least 80 games in each of the past three seasons, so his absence removes a regular piece from Vancouver's forward group for at least one game. The Canucks are early in the season at 1-1-0 and have not named who fills the open spot.
What's Next
Vancouver returns to action Sunday against the Vegas Golden Knights, giving DeBrusk a quick opportunity to return if his illness clears.