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Lineup Notes: Lankinen Returns As Canucks Battle The Sharks
TL;DR
The Vancouver Canucks face the San Jose Sharks on Saturday, looking for their first win against them this season. Kevin Lankinen returns in net after an injury, while Ty Mueller is expected to join the lineup.
The Vancouver Canucks kick off a back-to-back on Saturday as they battle the San Jose Sharks. Vancouver has yet to beat San Jose this season, as they have fallen in all three games. Here are the lineup notes for April 11, 2026.
In net for the Canucks will be Kevin Lankinen, who is returning after missing the past three games with an injury. Saturday will be his 45th game this season and 90th start since joining Vancouver last year. This season, Lankinen is 9-26-5 with a save percentage of .875%.
As for up front, Ty Mueller is expected to draw into the lineup for the Canucks. Where in the lineup he plays and who will come out is still a mystery, as no information was provided after morning skate. This season, Mueller has played twice and is averaging 9:38 of ice time.
Jan 27, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Drew O'Connor (18) defends against San Jose Sharks forward Will Smith (2) in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images
Projected Lineup:
O'Connor-Pettersson-DeBrusk
Ăhgren-Rossi-Boeser
Sasson-Blueger-Karlsson
Mueller-RÀty-Höglander
Buium-Hronek
M. Pettersson-Willander
E.Pettersson-Joseph
Lankinen
Tolopilo
Game Information:
Start time: 7:00 pm PT
Venue: SAP Centre
Television: Sportsnet
Radio: Sportsnet 650
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Q&A
What is Kevin Lankinen's record this season with the Vancouver Canucks?
Kevin Lankinen has a record of 9-26-5 with a save percentage of .875% this season.
How many games have the Vancouver Canucks lost to the San Jose Sharks this season?
The Vancouver Canucks have lost all three games against the San Jose Sharks this season.
What is Ty Mueller's average ice time this season with the Canucks?
Ty Mueller has averaged 9:38 of ice time this season, having played in two games.
