Canucks: Three takeaways from 4-1 preseason loss to the Calgary Flames

Oct 1, 2021; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Vancouver Canucks defenseman Luke Schenn (2) and Calgary Flames center Mikael Backlund (11) battle for the puck during the first period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports

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After the game, Green confirmed that Brock Boeser will be out at least a week with for an undisclosed reason. He did not attend practice on Thursday.
Gadjovich continued to make a strong case for the opening night lineup. He scored the Canucks only goal, and was second on the team behind MacEwen with a 53.33 Corsi For Percentage per NaturalStatTrick.
Olli Juolevi had a better game this time around. He assisted on Gadjovich’s goal and did make some good defensive plays.
Conor Garland looked like he was in some serious pain after blocking a Zadorov shot during a long shift in the defensive zone. Nothing has been said on his status at the time of his writing.

The Canucks will play their first preseason game at Rogers Arena on Sunday against the Winnipeg Jets. Note the early start time as puck drop is at 4 PM.