Abbotsford Canucks Sign Two Defence Players Amid Injury Woes
The Abbotsford Canucks, current Calder Cup champions, are struggling with a 10-game losing streak, partly due to numerous injuries. Key players like Jett Woo and Guillaume Brisebois remain sidelined, and goaltenders Nikita Tolopilo and Ty Young are also out. With Jiri Patera called up to the Vancouver Canucks as an emergency goalie, Abbotsford faced a gap now filled by AHL rookie Jonathan Lemieux.
New Defence Additions
General Manager Ryan Johnson announced the signing of two defencemen on professional try-out agreements (PTO):
- Jake Murray, 23, who brings experience from three ECHL seasons with seven goals and 41 assists in 107 games.
- Phip Waugh, 25, who has contributed five goals and nine assists in 53 ECHL games.
The Canucks aim to recover with this updated lineup during Armed Forces Night on November 11 against the San Jose Barracuda.
"The Abbotsford Canucks are on a franchise record 10-game losing streak, in part due to a roster leaking out onto injured reserve."
"General Manager Ryan Johnson has since announced two new defence additions to the team."
Summary: Abbotsford Canucks reinforce their defence with two ECHL signees to counter injuries amid a 10-game losing streak as they face the San Jose Barracuda.