The Vancouver Canucks are facing a big challenge with Filip Hronek’s injury, but they’re not rushing to make any trades. For the next two months, Hronek will be missing from action after getting hurt in last week’s game against Pittsburgh. This situation has pushed the Canucks’ management to think outside the box, leading to Cole McWard being called up from Abbotsford.
Despite losing their key defenseman, the Canucks aren’t panicking about making immediate changes. Jim Rutherford shared with Ben Kuzma of The Province that while they’re always open to improving the team, they hope someone else can step up during Hronek’s absence. “We’re always looking for ways to get better,” he said. “Now we have a chance to see if other players can fill in and keep us strong.”
Fans might wonder if this is a risky move or just part of a bigger plan.
Canucks’ Defensive Strategy:
With Hronek sidelined, there’s a noticeable gap in the defense lineup that needs filling until he returns. For recent games against Buffalo and Detroit, Rick Tocchet paired Tyler Myers with Quinn Hughes. But then came Tuesday’s game in Detroit where Noah Juulsen got his shot alongside Hughes and did surprisingly well! Who knows what the next morning skate will reveal? Juulsen might just get another opportunity on top pairing.
Fans probably think it’s exciting yet nerve-wracking to see how these changes unfold on ice.
The Canucks are trying different things as they wait for Hronek’s return. What do you think about all these switches?
