Canucks' Arturs Silovs: Recalled as emergency backup
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Silovs was recalled from AHL Abbotsford under emergency conditions Sunday.
Silovs will serve as Vancouver's emergency third goaltender behind Thatcher Demko and Casey DeSmith as the Canucks kick off their playoff run versus Nashville. The 23-year-old Silovs made four appearances at the NHL level this season, going 3-0-1 with an .881 save percentage and 2.47 GAA.
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Canucks' Arturs Silovs: Returned to AHL
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Silovs was sent back to the minors Tuesday.
Silovs became expendable following the return of Thatcher Demko from a knee injury. The 23-year-old Silovs figures to link back up with AHL Abbotsford for their final two games of the regular season but should be at the top of the shortlist of call-ups should the need arise for Vancouver.
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Canucks' Arturs Silovs: Struggles with light workload
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Silovs surrendered four goals on 18 shots in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Coyotes.
Silovs took his first loss at the NHL level this season, as he couldn't stop the Coyotes' second line. He's faced no more than 23 shots in any of his four games, posting a 3-0-1 record despite allowing 10 goals on 84 shots. Thatcher Demko (knee) could be back Saturday versus the Oilers, and while it's possible Silovs stays in the NHL as a third goalie, his playing time would likely be next to nothing in the postseason.
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Canucks' Arturs Silovs: Slated to start Wednesday
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Silovs is set to start at home against Arizona on Wednesday, per Kevin Woodley of NHL.com.
Silovs has appeared in three games with Vancouver dating back to March 31, going 3-0-0 with a 2.00 GAA and a .909 save percentage over that stretch. His success combined with Casey DeSmith's struggles has led to Silovs playing a bigger role of late. All the same, Silovs might be sent to the minors once Thatcher Demko (knee) is ready to return. In the meantime, the Coyotes figure to be a somewhat favorable matchup for Silovs -- Arizona is tied for 18th offensively with 3.04 goals per contest this year.
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Canucks' Arturs Silovs: Settles in for third win
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Silovs allowed three goals on 23 shots in Monday's 4-3 win over the Golden Knights.
He gave up a pair of goals to Jack Eichel in the first period, but Silovs limited the damage after that to just one Noah Hanifin power-play marker. This was Silovs' third win in as many games at the NHL level this season. He's allowed six goals on 66 shots over that stretch, and the Canucks have played strong defense in front of him to make things a bit easier. The 23-year-old will likely head back to AHL Abbotsford once Thatcher Demko (knee) is healthy.
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Canucks' Arturs Silovs: Exits ice first
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Silovs was the first goalie to leave the ice Monday, Thomas Drance of The Athletic reports, indicating he'll be between the pipes at home versus Vegas.
Silovs has wins in his previous two NHL appearances this season, allowing just three goals on 43 shots in those games. With another strong performance, it's possible that the young netminder gets additional minutes down the stretch, at least until Thatcher Demko (knee) is cleared to return.
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Canucks' Arturs Silovs: Steady in win
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Silovs stopped 20 of 21 shots in Wednesday's 2-1 win over the Coyotes.
The Canucks got blitzed in Vegas on Tuesday, but Silovs delivered a strong effort against a sneaky offense in the second half of a back-to-back. He's won both of his NHL appearances this season, allowing just three goals on 43 shots. Silovs' time in the NHL could still be nearing a close, as Thatcher Demko (knee) could be back as soon as Monday's game versus the Golden Knights.
Silovs will start on the road against Arizona on Wednesday, Jeff Paterson of CanucksArmy.com reports.
Silovs is getting an opportunity to start because Casey DeSmith was in net Tuesday against Vegas and Thatcher Demko (knee) is still unavailable. This will be Silovs' second NHL game in 2023-24 after he saved 20 of 22 shots en route to a 3-2 win over Anaheim on Sunday. The Coyotes are a somewhat favorable matchup for the 23-year-old Silovs, ranking 19th offensively with 3.03 goals per contest.
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Canucks' Arturs Silovs: Earns first win
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Silovs stopped 20 of 22 shots in Sunday's 3-2 victory over the Ducks.
Silovs held Anaheim scoreless through the first two periods before allowing a pair of goals 1:11 apart early in the third, allowing the Ducks to tie the game. However, Dakota Joshua would score the game-winner late in the frame, giving the 23-year-old Silovs the win in his first start this season. Silovs was solid in 33 appearances with AHL Abbotsford this year, going 15-11-6 with a .907 save percentage and 2.74 GAA. He should continue to serve as Casey DeSmith's backup in Vancouver until Thatcher Demko (knee) is able to return.
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Canucks' Arturs Silovs: Returns to AHL
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Silovs was returned to AHL Abbotsford on Tuesday.
Silovs made 29 saves in Monday's 4-3 shootout win over Nashville after being recalled from the minors under emergency conditions. His demotion bodes well for the availability of Collin Delia (illness) ahead of Wednesday's contest against Anaheim.
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Canucks' Arturs Silovs: Recalled from AHL
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Silovs was summoned from AHL Abbotsford on Monday under emergency conditions.
The Canucks needed a goaltender because Collin Delia will sit out Monday's matchup with Nashville due to a non-COVID illness. Silovs will probably suit up as Thatcher Demko's backup versus the Predators.
Silovs made 33 saves in a 3-1 loss to Boston on Saturday. He allowed two goals
He played a strong game. Silovs was beaten late in the first on a Hampus Lindholm power-play one-timer from the point and through a crowd. And then Brad Marchand beat him on a power drive hard to the net right before the end of the same frame. The loss snapped Silovs' modest two-game winning streak.
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Canucks' Arturs Silovs: Expected to start Saturday
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Silovs is expected to be in net at home against Boston on Saturday.
Silovs has a 2-1-0 record, 2.97 GAA and .895 save percentage in three games with Vancouver this season. He stopped 20 of 22 shots in a 3-2 overtime victory over St. Louis on Thursday. Silovs also has a 2.48 GAA and a .906 save percentage in 35 contests with AHL Abbotsford in 2022-23. The Bruins have won their last five games, bringing their record up to 44-8-5.
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Canucks' Arturs Silovs: Slated to start Thursday
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Silovs is set to start on the road against St. Louis on Thursday, according to Lou Korac of SI.com.
Silovs earned his first career NHL win Saturday, stopping 35 of 37 shots in a 6-2 victory over Philadelphia. He also has a 2.48 GAA and a .906 save percentage in 35 contests with AHL Abbotsford this season. The Blues have struggled recently, losing three straight games while being outscored 15-4.
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Canucks' Arturs Silovs: Earns first NHL victory
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Silovs stopped 35 of 37 shots in a 6-2 win over Philadelphia on Saturday.
Silovs allowed a goal in each of the first and second periods, but he received more than enough offensive support to get his first NHL win. The 21-year-old has a 1-1-0 record, 3.55 GAA and .891 save percentage in two contests with Vancouver this season. With AHL Abbotsford, Silovs has posted a 2.48 GAA and a .906 save percentage in 35 games in 2022-23.
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Canucks' Arturs Silovs: Set to start Saturday
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Silovs was the first goalie off the ice at the morning skate, Brendan Batchelor of Sportsnet 650 reports, indicating he will start Saturday's home game against Philadelphia.
Silovs surrendered five goals on 27 shots in a 6-4 loss to the Rangers on Wednesday during his NHL debut. The 21-year-old netminder has a 21-9-4 record with a 2.48 GAA and a .906 save percentage in 35 AHL games for Abbotsford this season. The Flyers rank 27th in the NHL with 2.68 goals per game.
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Canucks' Arturs Silovs: Set to make NHL debut
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Silovs is expected to start at home against the Rangers on Wednesday, per Brendan Batchelor of Sportsnet 650.
Silovs will be making his NHL debut after being called up from AHL Abbotsford on Tuesday. He has a 2.48 GAA and a .906 save percentage in 35 contests with Abbotsford this season. The Rangers have the ninth-ranked offense with 3.32 goals per game.
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Canucks' Arturs Silovs: Sent back to AHL affiliate
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Silovs was returned to AHL Abbotsford on Thursday,
Silovs was recalled Tuesday and backed up Spencer Martin. He will be replaced by Collin Delia, who was recalled at the same time.
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Canucks' Arturs Silovs: Flipped back to minors
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Silovs was returned to AHL Abbotsford on Tuesday.
Silovs served as the backup to Spencer Martin against the Blues on Monday while Colin Delia was awaiting the birth of his child. With Delia available again, Silovs was the odd man out on the 23-man roster. Barring another injury or absence, Silovs shouldn't be expected to see much, if any, NHL action this year.
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Canucks' Arturs Silovs: In virus protocols
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The Canucks placed Silovs in COVID-19 protocols Sunday, Brendan Batchelor of Sportsnet 650 reports.
Silovs might have been recalled to start or back up Michael DiPietro in Sunday's game versus St. Louis had he not tested positive for COVID-19. Once healthy, the 20-year-old figures to continue playing with AHL Abbotsford, where he's posted a 2.78 GAA and .895 save percentage in nine games this season.
