Nikita Tolopilo will resume his season with the Vancouver Canucks.
With the resumption of the 2025-26 NHL season on the horizon, the Vancouver Canucks have recalled goaltender Nikita Tolopilo from the AHL in preparation for Wednesday’s game. In a corresponding move, Aku Koskenvuo, who had been practicing with Vancouver through the past week, has been re-assigned to the ECHL.
Tolopilo has played in nine games with the Canucks this season, putting together a record of 3–3–1. He has a 3.04 GAA and team-high SV% of .910%. Since being recalled to the AHL during the 2026 Winter Olympic break, Tolopilo has played in six games and posted three wins.
Koskenvuo was initially re-assigned to the Abbotsford Canucks in place of Tolopilo, but was assigned to the Kalamazoo Wings of the ECHL soon after. With Kevin Lankinen expected back soon after winning a bronze medal with Finland at the 2026 Winter Olympics, Jiří Patera will likely end up joining Abbotsford soon, meaning that room needed to be made as Ty Young is currently also with the AHL Canucks. Both Tolopilo and Patera practiced with the Canucks at UBC today.
Vancouver will return to play on February 25 against the Winnipeg Jets. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 pm PT.
Jan 31, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks goalie Nikita Tolopilo (60) makes a save against the Toronto Maple Leafs in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn ImagesMake sure you bookmark THN's Vancouver Canucks site and add us to your favourites on Google News for the latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns, and so much more. Also, don't forget to leave a comment at the bottom of the page and engage with other passionate fans through our forum. This article originally appeared on The Hockey News.
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