Canucks forward Boeser skates with teammates for first time since injury

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There’s some encouraging news for Vancouver Canucks fans today, as Brock Boeser hit the ice to practice with his teammates this afternoon.

Sportsnet’s Iain MacIntyre reports that Boeser was on the ice in a non-contact jersey. It marks the first time he’s skated with the Canucks’ main group since suffering a concussion after taking a high hit from Tanner Jeannot just over two weeks ago. The LA Kings forward received a three-game suspension for the headshot.

The Canucks have struggled in Boeser’s absence, winning just two of a possible six games. Prior to the injury, the 27-year-old had six goals and 11 points through 12 outings.

While the Canucks are always a much-better team with Boeser in the lineup, their need for him has increased even further, with J.T. Miller recently taking a leave of absence earlier this week. The 31-year-old reportedly needed some time and space for a re-set, as per CHEK’s Rick Dhaliwal.

Having players out of the lineup is nothing new for the Canucks, as they’ve been without some key players right from the get-go of the 2024-25 season. Dakota Joshua was only recently able to make his season debut, while starting goaltender Thatcher Demko has yet to make a start.

Put everything together, and you have a Canucks team, fresh off of winning a Pacific Division title, who has gotten off to a rather disappointing 9-6-3 start. That has them one point shy of the Edmonton Oilers for a playoff spot, albeit they have three games in hand.

The Canucks are currently in the final of a much-needed three-day break. They’ll be back in action tomorrow at Rogers Place versus the Ottawa Senators. Boeser being in a non-contact jersey suggests he won’t be available, but being able to practice with his teammates makes it seem as though a return may not be too far off.

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