The Vancouver Canucks have learned that with Thatcher Demko unable to stay healthy, more goaltending reinforcements aren't a bad thing.

VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Tristan Jarry made 31 saves for his first shutout for Edmonton, Jack Roslovic and Kasperi Kapanen each scored twice and the Oilers routed the Vancouver Canucks 6-0 on Saturday night.

The Vancouver Canucks are starting to find their rhythm at exactly the right time. After landing three new players in the blockbuster Quinn Hughes trade, the team has won two straight games and is playing some of its best hockey in weeks. On Dec. 16 ...

Ottawa Senators GM Steve Staios recently scouted the Vancouver Canucks, prompting speculation that he could be looking for trade targets. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Flyers could be looking for more experienced backup goalie depth.

As the Canucks sit last in the NHL, team president Jim Rutherford confirmed Vancouver's plans going forward.

VANCOUVER — The Canucks have sent all-star goalie Thatcher Demko back to Vancouver so medical staff can evaluate his latest injury.

The Canucks (16-23-5) have the worst record in the NHL and have lost their last six games (0-4-2) while being outscored 28-12. This will be the second and final game between the Canadiens and Canucks this season. The Canadiens won 4-3 in Vancouver on Oct. 25, with Dobes stopping 28 of 31 shots.