Virtanen (ribs) will return to the lineup for Saturday's game against Vegas.

EDGE Analysis

Virtanen has been sidelined since Feb. 14 due to a fractured rib, but the Canucks don't plan on easing him back into action, as he's expected to return to a prominent role Saturday, skating on Vancouver's top line and second power-play unit against the Golden Knights. The 2014 first-round pick has notched 12 goals and 22 points in 58 games this campaign.