Kevin Lankinen Starts Against Hurricanes Amidst Increased Playing Time

Kevin Lankinen is set to start in goal on the road against the Carolina Hurricanes on Friday, November 14, 2025. This marks his fourth start in the Vancouver Canucks' last five games, a stretch of increased playing time attributed to Thatcher Demko's lower-body injuries. Lankinen's recent performance has been mixed, with a record of 1-2-1 over his last four appearances, posting a 3.61 goals-against average and an .884 save percentage. He faces a significant challenge against the Hurricanes, who are third in the league with an average of 3.69 goals per game. Lankinen signed a five-year, $22.5 million contract with the Canucks in February 2025.