Kevin Lankinen Returns, Starts Saturday vs. Kings After Personal Absence

Kevin Lankinen (personal) has rejoined the Vancouver Canucks and is slated to start in goal on Saturday, November 29, 2025, against the Kings, as reported by Brendan Batchelor of Sportsnet 650. Lankinen was previously away from the team for personal reasons but returns for the second half of the road trip. He faces a Kings team that has scored 12 goals in their last six games, holding a 2-1-3 record during that span.