Brock Boeser Injury Update
Brock Boeser, Vancouver Canucks' dynamic winger, took a scary hit early in Thursday's matchup against the St. Louis Blues on October 30, 2025. Just 47 seconds into the first period, he blocked a slapshot from Blues defenseman Colton Parayko, taking it directly to his lower abdomen. B/R Open Ice, posting on X via @BR_OpenIce, reported that Brock Boeser left the game early after taking a slapshot to the lower-body area.
The impact left him doubled over in pain on the ice, and he immediately headed to the locker room, skating gingerly off with help from trainers. It was a gut-wrenching moment for fans, especially with the Canucks already battling a brutal injury bug this season. Sportsnet, posting on X via @Sportsnet, reported that Brock Boeser left the ice after taking a shot to the midsection.
The team quickly ruled Boeser out for the rest of the game, labeling it a lower-body injury, though details remain undisclosed beyond that. Despite the blow, Vancouver showed grit, rallying for a 4-3 shootout victory, with Jake DeBrusk's goal sealing the win and Kiefer Sherwood stepping up big in Boeser's absence.
This marks the third straight game where the Canucks lost a player mid-contest to injury, joining Conor Garland and others on the sidelines. Quinn Hughes, Filip Chytil, Nils Hoglander, and more are already out, turning the roster into a patchwork of recalls and depth calls.
Postgame, head coach Adam Foote offered some optimism: "I can't even tell you what happened to him, but I think he should be back next game," he said with a chuckle, suggesting it's not as dire as it looked. Boeser's undergoing further evaluation today (October 31), but the vibe is hopeful for a quick turnaround. At 29, he's been a scoring machine early this year with 5 goals in 9 games his return can't come soon enough for a Canucks squad desperate for health and firepower.
Disclaimer:
The injury status information provided in this article is based on official NHL and Vancouver Canucks sources, as well as credible sports news outlets publishing as of October 31, 2025. Updates regarding Brock Boeser’s condition, diagnosis, and expected return timeline are subject to change at any time based on further medical evaluations or team announcements. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional medical advice or used for wagering decisions.
