Marsktrom turned aside 23 of 24 shots in a 2-1 overtime win over the visiting Blues on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Markstrom was terrible in his season debut Sunday against the Hurricanes, giving up three goals on just 22 shots. However, he was given the nod in a tough assignment against the Blues since Ryan Miller (undisclosed) was unable to go. After beating St. Louis, Markstrom is a perfect 2-for-2 in starts thus far this season, so owners who plugged the 6-foot-6 Swede into their lineups should be pleased with the pair of victories.

Markstrom was named the starting goalie for Tuesday night's home clash with the Blues, Irfaan Gaffar of Sportsnet reports.

EDGE Analysis

Markstrom struggled against the Hurricanes in his season debut this past Sunday, watching the puck travel behind him three times on only 22 shots through overtime. Still, he'll be rolled out between the posts Tuesday with starter Ryan Miller a "little tight," per coach Willie Desjardins.

Markstrom allowed three goals on 22 shots but came away with a 4-3 overtime win over the Hurricanes on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

By 5:28 into the second period, the Canucks had staked the Hurricanes to a three-goal lead before storming back with four unanswered goals to earn their second victory in as many nights. Markstrom wasn't great, but owners of the backup netminder will take the victory nonetheless. Vancouver has another back-to-back set next weekend, so we'd expect to see the 26-year-old Swede at least once between now and next Sunday.

Markstrom will man the crease Sunday against the Hurricanes.

EDGE Analysis

This is the first start of the season for Markstrom, who figures to see a decent amount of time in net after appearing in 32 games for the Canucks in 2015-16. Given Ryan Miller's age (36), the young backup should find a decent amount of time in goal this season.

Markstrom made 34 saves in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Oilers.

EDGE Analysis

The game was tied until the 17:26 mark of the third with most of the action in front of Markstrom. He held off the buzzing Oil babies and showed a glimpse of his potential as a starter. The Orcas hope he can grow into that role for them for 2016-17.

Markstrom will start between the posts in Saturday's exhibition finale against the host Oilers.

EDGE Analysis

Starting goalie Ryan Miller will be an unrestricted free agent after this season, making this a pivotal campaign for Markstrom, who figures to be Miller's successor if the more established veteran walks. For the time being, the Swedish backstop shouldn't be highly coveted in most fantasy leagues due to his standing as the backup and the fact that the Canucks are likely to experience growing pains in effort to improve on their defense, which ranked 24th and collectively allowed 2.91 goals per contest last year.

Markstrom stopped 27 of 28 shots in Sunday's World Cup opener against Team Russia.

EDGE Analysis

It was a surprise start for Markstrom, as expected starter Henrik Lundqvist was scratched before the game. While the King missed the game due to sickness, he hadn't really impressed in two preseason games leading up to the opener. Markstrom turned heads with his performance and could be in for a big year in Vancouver, but it's unlikely Team Sweden team doesn't turn to Lundqvist in their next game.

Markstrom agreed to terms on a three-year contract extension with the Canucks on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Markstrom split time with veteran Ryan Miller last year but should be given the opportunity to solidify himself as the starter in Vancouver. The netminder set a career high for games played during the 2015-16 campaign at 33 and posted a 13-14-4 record. If he wants to become a dependable No. 1 option, the 26-year-old will need to lower his 2.73 GAA.

Markstrom stopped 35 of 38 shots in regulation, before denying five of seven shooters in the shootout in Saturday's season-finale win over the Oilers.

EDGE Analysis

A strong finish for Markstrom, who impressed in his first full season with Vancouver. The 26-year-old Swede posted a 13-14-4 record with a .915 save percentage in 33 games. While he failed to record a shutout, Markstrom stole several games this season and showed he can be counted on in fantasy. The Canucks may have struggled this year, but Markstrom got some quality NHL experience and is on the rise.

Markstrom is penciled in to start Saturday against the visiting Oilers, The Province reports.

EDGE Analysis

Markstrom will look to avenge his road loss to the Oilers from Wednesday, when he was crushed for six goals allowed on 38 shots. With the Canucks having been well out of the playoff hunt, the Swede had been splitting time fairly evenly with Ryan Miller down the stretch. No matter his fate in Saturday's game, Markstrom will best remember the 2015-16 campaign as one in which he established career-high marks in games played (32) and wins (12). The heavier workload allowed the netminder to settle into a groove at times, leading to a .915 save mark on the season.