Canucks GM Patrik Allvin Reveals Plans for Thatcher Demko’s Future in Vancouver
The past year has been anything but smooth for Thatcher Demko. After battling a challenging season and suffering a recent injury that landed him on the injured reserve, his return timeline remains uncertain.However, there’s a glimmer of hope as Demko made his long-awaited return to practice last Friday, giving the Vancouver Canucks and their fans a much-needed boost as they chase a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.Canucks GM Addresses Thatcher Demko's Future At VancouverWill Demko remain a Canuck beyond the 2025-26 season?General Manager Patrik Allvin recently addressed this during an interview with Pierre LeBrun of TSN and The Athletic. The conversation came on the heels of the Canucks securing goaltender Kevin Lankinen with a five-year contract extension last month, raising questions about how the team plans to manage its goaltending duo moving forward.Allvin expressed optimism about keeping Demko in the fold, stating, "I do think there's room. Again, I have a lot of respect for Thatcher, and he's got another year on his contract. And I believe if you look around the league and see what teams are allocating to goalies, I still think there's a good chance for us to keep both of them,"What to expectDemko, who will be eligible for a contract extension as early as July 1, is unlikely to rush into a new deal this summer. The star netminder is focused on returning to full health and delivering a strong 2025-26 season to maximize his value, whether with the Canucks or as a free agent in 2026.Coming off a Vezina Trophy-finalist season in which he posted a stellar 2.45 goals-against average, a .918 save percentage, and five shutouts in 51 games, Demko has proven just how dominant he can be when healthy. It’s no surprise that he’d prefer to wait, rebuild his value, and potentially secure a lucrative deal rather than settling for a lower figure this offseason.For now, Canucks fans can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that Allvin is actively working to keep Demko in Vancouver. But with so much riding on his health and performance next season, the goaltender’s future remains one of the most intriguing storylines to watch in the coming months.Image - Jerome Miron-Imagn...
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