11/04/2016 – CanucksBanter

By Andrew Chernoff

November 4, 2016

Coach Willie Desjardins announced today that Alex Edler is out of the line up and is day-to-day with an upper body injury, most likely suffered last night in the game against Ottawa.

He also provided an update on Chris Tanev:

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Defenseman Troy Stecher has been recalled from the Utica Comets to help deal with the depleted defense core.

Meanwhile, Derek Dorsett was not on the ice for morning practice, leading to speculation he may be hurt. Jack Skille took his spot in the rotation.

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Canucks Head Coach Willie Desjardins talked about the mood of the club despite their recent scoring struggles following Friday’s practice in Toronto:

Coach Desjardins says despite their current scoring woes, #Canucks have had some great chances & are due for some bounces to go their way. pic.twitter.com/LC6ZEbFzCC

— Vancouver Canucks (@Canucks) November 4, 2016

Daniel Sedin talked about the frustration level during the Canucks recent scoring struggles following Friday’s practice in Toronto:

Daniel Sedin discusses why #Canucks need to find ways to stay positive, despite failing to score a goal so far on their current road trip. pic.twitter.com/8AslLwMieS

— Vancouver Canucks (@Canucks) November 4, 2016

Vancouver, BC – Vancouver Canucks General Manager Jim Benning announced today that the club has recalled defenceman Troy Stecher from the AHL Utica Comets.

Stecher, 22, has appeared in three games with the Canucks (0-0-0, 2 PIM) and in four games with the Comets (0-1-1, 4 PIM) this season.

He was named the third star of the game in two of his three NHL appearances including his NHL debut on October 25 vs Ottawa.

In 2015.16, the 5-10, 181-pound defenceman completed his junior season with the University of North Dakota, helping the Fighting Hawks to their eighth NCAA Championship while being named to the All-Tournament Team. A Second Team West All-American, Stecher also led the Fighting Hawks defencemen in goals (8), assists (21), and points (29).

A native of Richmond, British Columbia, Stecher was signed by Vancouver as a free agent on April 13, 2016.

Source: Troy Stecher Recalled from Utica | NHL.com