The upcoming matchup between the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Vancouver Canucks promises to be an exciting encounter. The game is set for 10 p.m. ET and will feature both teams looking to solidify their standings in the league.
Blue Jackets vs. Canucks: Projected Lineups and Player Status
Columbus Blue Jackets Projected Lineup
- Miles Wood — Sean Monahan — Kent Johnson
- Dmitri Voronkov — Adam Fantilli — Kirill Marchenko
- Cole Sillinger — Charlie Coyle — Mathieu Olivier
- Boone Jenner — Luca Del Bel Belluz — Yegor Chinakhov
- Zach Werenski — Denton Mateychuk
- Ivan Provorov — Damon Severson
- Jake Christiansen — Dante Fabbro
- Goalies: Elvis Merzlikins, Jet Greaves
This lineup reflects some shifts due to injuries and recent performances. Coach Dean Evason mentioned potential changes as a few players are currently banged up. Sean Monahan has returned to practice after an undisclosed injury hindered him during their last game against the Calgary Flames. Additionally, Denton Mateychuk has resumed skating after missing a game.
Vancouver Canucks Projected Lineup
- Evander Kane — Elias Pettersson — Conor Garland
- Jake DeBrusk — Lukas Reichel — Drew O’Connor
- Brock Boeser — Aatu Raty — Kiefer Sherwood
- Arshdeep Bains — Max Sasson — Linus Karlsson
- Quinn Hughes — Filip Hronek
- Marcus Pettersson — Tyler Myers
- Elias Nils Pettersson — Tom Willander
- Goalies: Kevin Lankinen, Jiri Patera
The Canucks are dealing with multiple injuries, including that of goaltender Thatcher Demko, who is sidelined for maintenance. Jiri Patera has been recalled from the AHL to provide backup. Several other players, including Teddy Blueger and Jonathan Lekkerimaki, are also unavailable as they recover from various ailments.
Injury Updates
- Blue Jackets Injuries:
- Erik Gudbranson (hip)
- Dysin Mayo, Zach Aston-Reese, Isac Lundestrom (scratched)
- Canucks Injuries:
- Thatcher Demko (maintenance)
- Victor Mancini (undisclosed)
- Filip Chytil (concussion protocol)
- Jonathan Lekkerimaki (upper body)
- Teddy Blueger (lower body)
- Nils Hoglander (lower body)
- Derek Forbort (undisclosed)
With both teams looking to improve their records, the match will be crucial for momentum in the early part of the season. Fans can look forward to seeing how these lineups perform as roster adjustments unfold.
