Arturs Silovs #31 of the Vancouver CanucksVancouver Canucks General Manager Patrik Allvin announced that the team has signed goaltender Artūrs Šilovs to a two-year contract worth $850,000 annually. The 23-year-old netminder will be vying for a regular role with the Canucks during the upcoming training camp.
“Artūrs helped us out a lot when called upon last year as he continues to grow and develop as a goalie,” said GM Allvin. “We expect him to come into training camp and battle for a full-time position with the big club.”
General Manager Patrik Allvin announces that the #Canucks have agreed to terms with goaltender Artūrs Šilovs on a 2-year contract.
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Šilovs Is Trending in the Right Direction
Šilovs has shown both promise and inconsistency in his limited NHL experience. Over the past two seasons, he has made nine appearances for the Canucks, starting all of them. Despite posting a modest .898 save percentage (SV%) and a 2.62 goals-against average (GAA), he managed an impressive 6-2-1 record. These stats suggest he has the potential to be a reliable spot-starter for a strong team and could temporarily take over as the primary goaltender if Thatcher Demko faces injuries.
His most notable performance came during the playoffs when he backstopped the Canucks in a competitive series against the Edmonton Oilers. While Edmonton ultimately prevailed, Šilovs was a key reason the series was close. Making his NHL playoff debut, he appeared in 10 games, recording a 5-5 record with a 2.91 GAA and a .898 SV%.
A Promising Future
In the 2023-24 season, Šilovs played 34 regular season games with the Abbotsford Canucks in the AHL, achieving a record of 16-11-6 with a 2.74 GAA and a .907 SV%. He also played four regular season games with Vancouver, where he posted a 3-0-1 record with a 2.47 GAA and an .881 SV%.
Šilovs’ development trajectory suggests he could become a significant asset for the Canucks. With the new contract, the young goaltender has the opportunity to solidify his position within the team and contribute to Vancouver’s success in the coming seasons.
