Feb 4, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Filip Chytil (72) during a stop in play against the Colorado Avalanche in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/6e5fafd4-6ffc-4eca-8b71-ab069c107fe2.jpeg] Feb 4, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Filip Chytil (72) during a stop in play against the Colorado Avalanche in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images As the Vancouver Canucks embark on a crucial six-game road trip, one key member of their roster remains absent. According to Larry Brooks [https://x.com/NYP_Brooksie/status/1902780693010067544] of the "New York Post," Filip Chytil is not with the team to start the trip. Chytil was injured against the Chicago Blackhawks [http://thn.com/chicago] on March 15 and, according to Rick Tocchet, has been in concussion protocol. Latest From THN’s Vancouver Canucks Site [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/]: Report: Canucks Prospect Celebrini Headed Back To The NCAA For The 2025-26 Season [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/latest-news/report-canucks-prospect-celebrini-will-spend-another-season-in-the-ncaa] Gary Bettman Announces Start Date For The 2025-26 Regular Season, Plans For 2026 NHL All-Star Game & Details About The 2025 NHL Draft [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/latest-news/gary-bettman-announces-start-date-for-the-2025-26-regular-season-plans-for-2026-nhl-all-star-game-the-2025-nhl-draft] The Vancouver Canucks’ Penalty Leaderboard [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/latest-news/the-vancouver-canucks-penalty-leaderboard] Losing Chytil is significant for multiple reasons. He plays a key role in the top six and features consistently on the power play. Chytil is also one of Vancouver's fastest skaters and often leads the team in controlled zone entries on a nightly basis. With Chytil not travelling, he is also projected to miss what would have been his return to Madison Square Garden on Saturday. The 25-year-old was drafted by the New York Rangers and spent close to a decade with the organization before being traded to the Canucks on January 31. While there is a possibility that Chytil could still fly and meet the team in New York, the early start time and severity of the injury make it unlikely that this could happen. Vancouver kicks off their six-game road trip on Thursday against the St. Louis Blues [http://thn.com/stlouis]. This will be a massive game for both teams as each is fighting for a spot in the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Puck drop is scheduled for 4:30 pm PT from the Enterprise Center. Make sure you bookmark THN's Vancouver Canucks site and add us to your favourites on Google News [https://news.google.com/publications/CAAqBwgKMK-q0gsw7sXpAw/sections/CAQqEAgAKgcICjCvqtILMO7F6QMwr-DfCA?hl=en-CA&gl=CA&ceid=CA%3Aen] for the latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns, and so much more. Also, be sure to leave a comment at the bottom of the page and engage with other passionate fans through our forum. The Hockey News [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/b2b44641-8aee-4e32-b9f6-46b8395b6f03.jpeg] The Hockey News
