In fact, it’s gotten to the point where Demko and Spencer Martin have alternated starts over the Canucks’ last 10 games. Demko had posted just one quality start prior to Friday, and this was actually his first game (in 12 GP) where he has allowed fewer than three goals. Demko made 37 saves in a 4-1 Canucks win, which was just his second win of the season. You were able to take a rest from your doubts about Thatcher Demko, at least for one game. He has grown into a point-per-game center that will win 1000 faceoffs and adds over three shots per game. The shooting percentage is a touch high, but it’s only an extra goal or two that he has added as a result. His underlying numbers really aren’t far out of line either. He scored again last night, adding two assists, and bringing this season’s point total to 20 in 17 games. If he does get moved, Horvat is the kind of player that could turn almost any playoff team into a very real threat to go all the way. If the Canucks are not in the playoffs come March and the trade deadline, then there’s a very serious discussion to be had about whether he gets traded at that point or not. I think what Button is alluding to, is that Horvat’s negotiations have not gone well, and may force Vancouver’s hand by opting for free agency. While it’s not impossible, it’s as close as you can get. Now, a lot of people immediately took that a step too far, thinking he’s going to be traded tomorrow. Whether or not you like analyst Craig Button, he had a big take about Bo Horvat this past week, saying Horvat was done in Vancouver. Writers/Editors: Ian Gooding, Michael Clifford, Alexander MacLean and Dobberġ. These thoughts are curated from the past week’s 'Daily Ramblings'. Playoff Draft List Downloadable interactive spreadsheetĮvery Sunday, we share 21 Fantasy Rambles from our writers at DobberHockey.
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