Markstrom will command the crease as Saturday's road starter against the Flames, Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The FAN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Markstrom will be unleashed between the pipes after watching complementary goalie Ryan Miller record his fifth consecutive win after turning away 44 of 46 shots from that Calgary squad Friday night. As for Markstrom, the Swede's been a bit unlucky on the road -- he's started nine games away from Vancouver with a 3-6-1 record, 2.41 GAA and .922 save mark. When he's at home in front of friendlier fans? 5-2-1 record with a significantly higher 2.83 GAA to go along with a save percentage that barely clears .900.

Markstrom stopped 42 of 44 shots in Saturday's win over Edmonton.

EDGE Analysis

An impressive showing for Markstrom, who came up with several key saves. Ryan Miller has been playing well too, but Markstrom has now turned in three consecutive impressive outings and is sporting a .913 save percentage on the season. While his 8-8-2 record isn't anything spectacular, Markstrom stole the show Saturday and is proving he can be counted on whenever he gets the nod for Vancouver.

Markstrom will guard the cage in Saturday's road game against the Oilers.

EDGE Analysis

Markstrom has been mediocre-at-best while splitting time with Ryan Miller this season, posting a 7-8-2 record with a 2.65 GAA and .909 save percentage over 19 appearances. The Swedish backstop will look to pick up his eighth win of the campaign in a tough road matchup with a hot Oilers team that has won four of its last five games.

Markstrom saved 33 of 36 shots during Friday's loss to Calgary.

EDGE Analysis

Markstrom entered the game with a mediocre 7-7-2 record, .908 save percentage and 2.63 GAA for the year, and Friday's showing was another underwhelming showing from him and the Canucks. Vancouver is currently the third-worst club in the league, and Markstrom is their No. 2 goalie. There aren't many fantasy settings where Markstrom is a viable fantasy option.

Markstrom will start in goal Friday night in a road match versus the Flames.

EDGE Analysis

Alternate starter Ryan Miller needs a mental break after coughing up four goals on 25 shots in a loss to the Jets on Thursday, affording Markstrom the opportunity to work the second game of a back-to-back set. Vancouver has an ugly road record of 4-11-1 this season and the Swedish backstop's peripheral numbers -- 2.63 GAA and .908 save percentage -- aren't jumping off the page, so we suggest seeking alternatives in fantasy since the NHL has gifted its fans a heavy 12-game slate ahead of the holiday break.

Markstrom stopped 26 of 27 shots in a 3-1 victory over the Jets on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

In his last three appearances, Markstrom has turned aside 48 of 50 shots at even strength. The only goal he allowed Tuesday versus Winnipeg was while shorthanded, and he stopped all 12 shots he faced in the third period. This was his first victory since Nov. 26, but Markstrom has a .932 save percentage over his last 167 minutes.

Markstrom will be between the sticks for Tuesday's matchup with Winnipeg.

EDGE Analysis

Markstrom has been on the bench for Vancouver's last two matchups after appearing in five straight, including two in relief. The 26-year-old has had plenty off opportunities to dethrone Ryan Miller from the starting job but has wasted those chances. Markstrom's last victory came Nov. 26 against Colorado and will certainly face a stiff challenge from a Winnipeg squad that has potted four goals in each of their previous two contests.

Markstrom was solid but allowed two goals on 28 shots and lost to Washington on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

The Vancouver netminder was bested by the reigning Vezina Trophy winner Braden Holtby, who shutout the Canucks. Markstrom held his own, though, allowing just one even-strength goal on 21 shots. The other goal he permitted was an Alex Ovechkin power-play marker. Markstrom is now 6-6-2 with a 2.70 GAA and .905 save percentage.

Markstrom will start between the pipes Sunday against the Capitals.

EDGE Analysis

With Ryan Miller potentially dealing with an injury of some kind, Markstrom will start both ends of a back-to-back set. He allowed three goals in a loss to the Panthers on Saturday, but did stop 38 of 41 shots in the contest. He could face another barrage Sunday against a Capitals club averaging over 30 shots per game.

Markstorm allowed three goals on 41 shots in a loss to the Panthers on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

The Vancouver net was under siege early, as Florida recorded 31 shots on goal in the first 40 minutes, but Markstorm kept the Canucks in the game. Ultimately, an early third-period goal Markstorm allowed to Aaron Ekblad was the back breaker. Vancouver scored twice in the third period, but couldn't find the tying goal. In 15 games this season, Markstorm is 6-5-2 with a 2.76 GAA and .902 save percentage.