lineup‌ Notes & Player Updates

At Saturday’s practice, Drew O’Connor skated on‍ a line with Filip Chytil and Conor Garland. O’Connor, acquired from the Pittsburgh penguins last season, recorded four ‍goals‍ and five assists in 31⁢ games with the Canucks ⁣and recently won a gold medal at⁣ the World Championships this summer. NHL.com provides​ further details on the Canucks roster.

Aatu Räty continues too impress in the preseason, ‌with two points ⁤in two games.​ He centered a line with Arshdeep⁢ Bains​ and linus karlsson during saturday’s practice, and⁢ has won 62.5% of his faceoffs thus far.

2025 first-round draft pick Braeden Cootes scored his first preseason​ goal on Friday ​night in the Canucks’ 4-2 victory over the Seattle Kraken. Head coach Adam ‌Foote indicated Cootes’ development will be evaluated on a day-by-day basis, noting Friday’s game was a positive step for the ⁢18-year-old.NHL.com reported on the Canucks’ win ‌and Foote’s comments.

Elias Pettersson (a defenseman) practiced on the top pairing with⁤ Filip Hronek on Saturday.

Oilers Preview

Competition Speedy Hits

• The Oilers are expected to feature ​their star players, with Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl skating alongside Trent Frederic on their top line at Saturday’s skate.
• Mattias ⁣Ekholm and ⁤Evan‌ Bouchard formed ‍the Oilers’ ⁤top defensive pairing during Saturday’s practice.
• Edmonton added forward depth⁢ in the offseason by‌ signing former Canuck Curtis Lazar. NHL.com provides the latest ⁤Oilers news.

Game Details

Sunday’s game is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. PT‌ and will ​be broadcast on Sportsnet. ⁤ Fans can⁣ also listen to the game on Sportsnet 650 and the Sportsnet radio Network. Sportsnet is the official broadcast partner.