Head coach Willie Desjardins would not confirm if Vrbata would be back in the lineup tonight, but Vrbata did not hesitate to say that he will play after missing Tuesday’s game. Vrbata is expected to skate on the second line with Nick Bonino and Chris Higgins—Vrbata has goals in three consecutive games entering play tonight.
Vrbata took part in the Canucks optional morning skate, which is a good sign that he will return to the lineup tonight vs. the Panthers. Vrbata missed Tuesday’s game with an illness, but coach Willie Desjardins wouldn't say if he would be in for sure.
Vrbata was a late scratch on Tuesday night because of an illness and was replaced by Linden Vey. The Canucks are back in action on Thursday, so keep an eye on Vrbata to make sure he gets back into the lineup.
The Canucks had moved Vrbata off the Sedin’s line earlier in the week. But after they fell behind 5-0, they moved Vrbata back on a line with twins, moving Jannik Hansen to the second line with Nick Bonino and Alexandre Burrows.
Vrbata was not on the ice for the Canucks morning skate and will sit for a second straight game tonight. He remains day-to-day, monitor his status leading up to Friday’s game vs. the Coyotes.
Vrbata has been slowed by a leg injury over the weekend and will be starched tonight vs. the Ducks. With Vrbata out, Nicklas Jensen will slide into the lineup and Jannik Hansen will move up to the top line with the Sedin twins.
Vrbata had been playing close to 20 minutes a night, but has played just 15:30 and 10:40 in the last two night’s because of a leg injury. The Canucks have Nicklas Jensen and Brandon DeFazio up from Utica, waiting to slide into the lineup if Vrbata and Derek Dorsett, who is doubtful, can’t play.
Vrbata, 33, had 20 goals and 31 assists (51 points) in 80 games for the Coyotes last season. He has been a consistent point producer throughout his career and could end up playing with Daniel and Henrik Sedin. Another 20-plus goal and 30-plus assist season should be attainable.
Vrbata returns to the lineup after missing the last two games with a lower-body injury. He continues to be an under appreciated fantasy asset this season. Vrbata has six goals and 13 points in 17 games.
Vrbata has missed the last two games after being injured on November 6 at Anaheim. Vrbata skated with Lauri Korpikoski and Martin Hanzal this morning which leads us to believe he has recovered from his lower-body injury and will play tonight vs. Chicago.
Vrbata was on the ice with his teammates this morning but skated by himself and did not participate in line rushes. Tonight would be the third straight game he has missed since being injured last Wednesday. If he doesn't play tonight, Vrbata will likely be back on Thursday vs. Chicago, barring any setbacks.
Vrbata participated in the Coyotes optional skate this morning so there was some hope that he would suit up tonight vs. the Capitals.
Vrbata left Wednesday's game and did not return after playing 7:51. This would be a tough loss for the Coyotes, Vrbata is tied with the team lead in points with 13 (6G / 7A). Monitor his status following tomorrow's morning skate.
As expected Vrbata is out again tonight
Vrbata has missed the Coyotes last three games but could return tonight. Monitor his status prior to game-time.
Vrbata sustained his injury on the first shift of Game 1.
No word on that means he can play tonight. The sniper has 30 goals and 56 points through 72 games.
Vrbata practicing is a good sign but the winger hasn't been able to stay healthy recently. The sniper has 30 goals and 56 points through 72 games.
Vrbata will miss another game due to illness. The sniper has 30 goals and 56 points through 72 games.
Vrbata is back in the lineup but slumping mightily. Expect him to suit up on the top line alongside Mikkel Boedker and Martin Hanzal.
