The Vancouver Canucks have a decision to make soon regarding their goaltenders. Jacob Markstrom is an unrestricted free agent at the end of the season, and he will most likely want more than his current salary.
Waiting in the wings is Thatcher Demko who is having a solid first full season in the NHL. He looks like he could be ready to take over the starting position as soon as the 2020-21 season.
If Markstrom ultimately does not sign or becomes a member of the new Seattle expansion franchise, Demko will need a backup and that’s where Michael DiPietro comes in.