Gaunce left practice ice in a walking boot Thursday, as he sustained an apparent foot injury, Jeff Paterson of TSN 1040 Vancouver reports. Consequently, the forward won't be available in the evening's road contest against the Lightning.

EDGE Analysis

It's discouraging that Gaunce was ruled out so quickly for the upcoming game, but the silver lining of the Canucks sitting near the basement of the Western Conference standings is that they can probably afford to be extra cautious with the walking wounded. Look for either Reid Boucher or the freshly recalled Darren Archibald to sub in for Gaunce.

Gaunce put two shots on net during a 6-1 defeat to Calgary.

EDGE Analysis

Gaunce has been finding consistant playing time in the bottom six averaging 14:24 of ice time per game while appearing in 18 of Vancouver's last 20 contests, but hasn't been able to turn his opportunities into points as he only has one assist on the season. Still, the 23-year-old has good speed which he uses to his advantage in the offensive zone, but it would be surprising to see much of a change from his current point production as he only recorded five assists in 57 games in 2016-17.

Gaunce will not be in the lineup Saturday night against the Sharks, Brendan Batchelor of Sportsnet 650 reports.

EDGE Analysis

There were questions as to whether Gaunce would be in the lineup with Loui Eriksson (knee) back in action following a lengthy injury hiatus, and the depth center indeed will sit out. He should be avoided in any fantasy league, having recorded a mere five points -- all assists -- through his first 89 NHL contests with the Canucks.

Guance was taken off of injured reserve and recalled Monday, per the NHL.com official media site.

EDGE Analysis

Gaunce has been battling shoulder issues since early October, and still has yet to appear in a NHL contest in 2017-18. The 2012 first-round pick has been praised for his speed and physical ability, and can first appear Monday against Detroit.

Gaunce (shoulder), as expected, was reassigned to AHL Utica for a conditioning assignment Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Gaunce's original timeline had him returning Nov. 1 against the Devils, a return date that appears to be a possibly as he goes out on assignment. The Comets play back-to-back games versus the Charlotte Checkers on Saturday and Sunday, so if the center responds well, he could get called back in time to face New Jersey.

Gaunce (shoulder) will play for AHL Utica before making his season debut with the Canucks, per head coach Travis Green.

EDGE Analysis

This essentially will be a conditioning stint for Gaunce, whose shoulder ailment has prevented him from playing so far this season. He's a heavy-hitting center who should serve in a bottom-six role upon his return to the parent club.

Gaunce (shoulder) is getting closer to his return, per Canucks coach Travis Green, Jeff Paterson of TSN 1040 Vancouver reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Ontario native has yet to make his season debut and remains on injured reserve for the time being. Gaunce has a lofty profile as Vancouver's first-round (26th overall) draft pick, though he's off to a slow start to his NHL career between this injury and posting a mere six points through 77 games with the Canucks to date.

The Canucks placed Gaunce (shoulder) on injured reserve Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Gaunce isn't expected to return to Vancouver's lineup until Nov. 1 against New Jersey, so this move was expected. The 23-year-old forward, who notched five assists in 57 games with the Canucks last season, will likely assume a bottom-six role once he's fit to play.

Gaunce (shoulder) will be ready to play November 1 against New Jersey.

EDGE Analysis

The Canucks gave an oddly specific date for Gaunce's return, so they must feel confident enough in the timetable for his recovery from offseason surgery to repair a torn labrum. As evidenced by his meager five points in 57 games on the checking line last season, the young pivot isn't exactly a hot fantasy commodity, but his absence at the beginning of the season gives the opportunity for some younger guys, such as Michael Chaput and Ryan White, to make the Opening Night roster.

Gaunce (shoulder) signed a two-year contract extension with the Canucks on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

It's a bit peculiar to see Gaunce -- who was exposed to the Golden Knights in the expansion draft -- not only re-signing with his draft team, but reaching a two-year pact to stay in Rain City. The 2012 first-rounder, who underwent offseason shoulder surgery, has appeared in just 77 career NHL games, posting six points (one goal, five assists), but the versatile forward has ideal size at 6-foot-2 and 217 pounds, and gaining more experience appears to be his primary focus on the path to a significant role at the highest level.