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Canucks F Nils Höglander out week-to-week with lower-body injury

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Sep 26, 2025 5:59 PM

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The Vancouver Canucks announced that Nils Höglander will be sidelined for at least a week due to a lower-body injury. Höglander, a promising forward, has been a vital part of the Canucks' roster this season, contributing both on offense and defense. His tenacity and skill on the puck have made him a fan favorite, and his absence will be felt during a critical stretch of the season.

Head coach Rick Tocchet expressed optimism about Höglander's recovery and emphasized the importance of giving him the time he needs to heal properly. The Canucks are currently navigating a competitive Pacific Division and need all hands on deck as they look to secure playoff positioning. Losing a player of Höglander's caliber is always challenging, but the team hopes to rally and fill the gap during his absence.

In Höglander's place, the Canucks will look to other players on their roster to step up. The depth of the team will be tested as they continue to compete fiercely against division rivals. Fans are eager to see who will rise to the occasion and how the team will adapt without one of their key contributors for the time being.

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