Chytil (face) was placed on injured reserve Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Chytil's move to IR frees up a roster spot with a trio of Canucks forwards coming back from injuries after the Olympic break. He is out indefinitely due to a facial fracture, and given his lengthy history of head and upper-body injuries, he could get shut down for the year at some point.

Chytil sustained a facial fracture after being struck by a puck during Wednesday's practice, and he's out indefinitely, Jeff Paterson of CanucksArmy.com reports Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Chytil didn't play in Feb. 4's 5-2 loss to Vegas because of migraines. It's not clear if his migraine issues are behind him, but the facial fracture will keep him out for a considerable amount of time, regardless. While being limited to just 12 appearances this season, he has contributed only three goals, six PIM and 24 shots.

Chytil, who missed Feb. 4's 5-2 loss to Vegas because of migraines, exited Wednesday's practice after being struck in the head by a snap shot, per Jeff Paterson of CanucksArmy.com.

EDGE Analysis

Chytil will undergo X-rays. It's not clear if he has recovered from his migraine issue, so this head injury might be in addition to his existing problem. Chytil has three goals in 12 outings with Vancouver in 2025-26.

Chytil (head) is slated to miss Wednesday's road game against the Golden Knights, per Thomas Drance of The Athletic.

EDGE Analysis

Head coach Adam Foote provided Chytil's update, stating that the 26-year-old forward is dealing with migraines. Wednesday's game is the Canucks' final contest before the Olympic break, meaning Chytil will get a few extra days of rest. Across 12 games this season, he has three goals and 24 shots on net. Barring any setbacks, he'll likely return to a bottom-six role for the Canucks following the Olympic break.

Chytil (undisclosed) has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game in Utah.

EDGE Analysis

Chytil didn't come out for the start of the third period, and it's unclear what caused him to exit the game. The 26-year-old went minus-3 in 7:36 of ice time prior to departing. Considering his lengthy injury history, it would be surprising to see Chytil suit up in Vancouver's final game before the Olympic break, which will be in Vegas on Wednesday.

Chytil (upper body) will return to the lineup Friday against New Jersey, per Randip Janda of Sporrtsnet.ca.

EDGE Analysis

Chytil last played Oct. 19 against Washington, seeing only 5:02 of ice time before leaving the game with his upper-body injury. He missed the last 44 games. Chytil will center Brock Boeser and Drew O'Connor on the second line. Chytil has three goals in six games this season.

Chytil (upper body) will be a game-time call against New Jersey on Friday after head coach Adam Foote told reporters, "It looks promising," Randip Janda of Sportsnet 650 reports.

EDGE Analysis

Chytil hasn't played since Oct. 19 versus the Capitals due to his upper-body injury, spending the last 44 games on injured reserve. Injuries have plagued the Czech center over the last few years, limiting him to just 72 regular-season appearances over the previous three seasons. At this point, the 26-year-old Chytil is unlikely to reach the 10-goal or 20-point thresholds this year, given his lengthy absence.

Chytil (upper body) is with his teammates on Vancouver's six-game road trip, per Canucks Insider on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Chytil will miss his 36th straight game against Buffalo on Tuesday, and it remains unclear when he will return to the lineup. However, the Canucks hope to have him back in the fold soon. He has contributed three goals, 15 shots on net, four blocked shots and three hits in six outings this season.

Chytil (upper body) has skated four consecutive days, but he remains without a timeline to return, Jeff Paterson of CanucksArmy.com reports Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Chytil has been skating for a while, and he's had no setbacks, but the Canucks are being cautious with his recovery. At this time, it's unclear if he'll be back before the end of December, but he appears to be making slow and steady progress.

Chytil (upper body) has resumed skating and is feeling better, Brendan Batchelor of Sportsnet 650 reports Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

On injured reserve since Oct. 20, Chytil has missed 13 straight games with injury. The 26-year-old is back skating and seems to be closer to a potential return than fellow injured Canucks center Teddy Blueger (lower body). Chytil scored three goals in six games to begin the season.