Canucks Spoil Flyers Home Opener with 3-0 Win

Kevin Lankinen, acquired by the Vancouver Canucks as a crucial addition due to Thatcher Demko's uncertain return, has proven to be a valuable asset with a .953 save percentage in his first three starts. The Finnish goaltender recorded his fourth career shutout as the Canucks defeated the Philadelphia Flyers 3-0, spoiling their home opener. Lankinen's performance has brought stability to the Canucks' net amidst Demko's injury, and management's decision to sign him at an $875,000 cap hit is seen as a strategic success. Nils Hoglander, Brock Boeser, and Kyle Sherwood scored for the Canucks, while Tyler Myers celebrated his 1,000th NHL game with an assist. Samuel Ersson recorded 29 saves for the Flyers, who have now lost four straight games (0-3-1) after a season-opening win. Both teams are off until they face new opponents on Tuesday night.