Canucks News & Rumors: Demko, Joshua, Lekkerimaki & More
In this edition of the Vancouver Canucks News & Rumors, the organization placed goaltender Thatcher Demko on long-term injured reserve (LTIR). Also, Dakota Joshua returned to practice. Additionally, Jonathan Lekkerimaki joined the Abbotsford Canucks in the American Hockey League (AHL). Demko Placed on LTIR, Bains Called Up Canucks general manager Patrik Allvin announced the organization placed Demko on LTIR retroactively. Additionally, the organization recalled Arshdeep Bains from Abbotsford. Demko suffered a knee injury in the club’s 5-0 win over the Winnipeg Jets on March 9. Rick Dhaliwal added the goaltender can’t play until April 6, which was the original timeline…