He didn’t do much after J.T. Miller was traded ... They’d have a hole at center if he’s dealt. Can’t see Thatcher Demko getting a long-term deal (one-year left on his contract) given ...

The 6-1-1 bump from before the break is gone. So, an R word would be re-tool instead of rebuild. Vancouver truly is back in the middle ground. More than likely, Vancouver would not win a round but are still in a playoff position. It becomes a tougher and tougher sell if Allvin trades Brock Boeser and gets an underwhelming return.

Demko’s placement on the IR will likely be made retroactive to Feb. 8. He left the Canucks’ game against the Toronto Maple Leafs after only 10 minutes due to a lower-body injury.

Victor Mancini may be nearing his Vancouver Canucks debut. The Canucks recalled the defenceman from AHL Abbotsford on Sunday, paving the way for his first NHL games with the club.