News: The Canucks assigned Yann Sauve to Chicago of the AHL on Friday, the team's official site reports.
Analysis:Yann Sauve was recalled earlier in the week to give him a quick look, but he ended up losing out to Alexander Sulzer and Andrew Alberts. Look for Sauve to spend the majority of the season in the minors.
News: The Canucks recalled Yann Sauve from Chicago of the AHL on Wednesday, the team's official site reports.
Analysis: With Aaron Rome suffering a broken finger earlier this week, the Canucks are now in need of some depth on the blue line for the start of the season. Yann Sauve will battle for one of the final roster spots.
News: Sauve was assigned to the AHL on Thursday, TSN.ca reports.
Analysis: Sauve has no points and a minus-2 rating in five NHL appearances. It's unlikely that he'll do much of note if he gets called back up.
News: Vancouver recalled Sauve on Friday, Vancouver Province writer Jason Botchford reports.
Analysis: Sauve hasn't made any notable impact in the three NHL games he's seen so far, and it's unlikely that he'll be making a fantasy impact in the short term.
News: The Canucks re-assigned Sauve to Manitoba of the AHL prior to Wednesday's game against the Avalanche, the team's official site reports.
Analysis: With Sami Salo able to play through his elbow injury, Sauve wasn't needed for Wednesday's game.
News: The Canucks recalled Sauve from Manitoba of the AHL on Tuesday, the Vancouver Province reports.
Analysis: Sauve will serve as insurance if Sami Salo (elbow) can't suit up Wednesday against the Avalanche. The 21-year-old defenseman has been held scoreless in three appearances with the Canucks this season.
News: With Sami Salo suffering an elbow injury Monday night, the Canucks may opt to recall Sauve from Manitoba of the AHL before Wednesday's game against the Avalanche, the Vancouver Province reports.
Analysis: Sauve was held pointless in three appearances with the Canucks earlier this season. If promoted, the 21-year-old blueliner probably wouldn't be sticking around long enough to help out in most formats.
News: The Canucks reassigned Sauve to AHL Manitoba on Tuesday, the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Sauve made his NHL debut last week and could be back again soon, but for now he'll head back to the AHL, where he has just three points in 20 games this season.
News: Sauve made his NHL debut in Tuesday's win over Minnesota.
Analysis: Sauve played 12:16 in his NHL debut. Since the Canucks have many defensemen sidelined with injuries, Sauve may get an extended look.
News: Sauve was recalled from Manitoba of the AHL on Tuesday, the Vancouver Province reports.
Analysis: With Andrew Alberts (wrist), Keith Ballard (knee), Alex Edler (back) and Dan Hamhuis (head) all hitting the infirmary recently, the Canucks are forced to recall Sauve, who has appeared in just 20 AHL games. Sauve will serve as the team's sixth defenseman Tuesday against the Wild. His stay with the Canucks will likely only last as long as it takes for one of Vancouver's injured blueliners to return to action.
Canucks' Prospect Sauve (Concussion) Debuts With Victoria
News: Sauve (concussion) made his pro debut with Victoria of the ECHL on Nov. 26, the Vancouver Province reports.
Analysis: Sauve had been sidelined with post-concussion symptoms since being struck by a car in September. The 20-year-old blueliner is one of the Canucks' best prospects, but he'll probably need a couple of years honing his skills in juniors and the minors before getting a shot in Vancouver.
News: Sauve (concussion) was sent to Mantioba of the AHL over the weekend, the Vancouver Sun reports.
Analysis: Sauve was limited in training camp after being hit by a car in early September. The 20-year-old blueliner is considered one of the Canucks' better defensive prospects, but he'll need time in the minors before making his NHL debut.
Canucks' Sauve Still Feeling Effects from Concussion
News: Sauve (concussion) still hasn't been cleared to skate, the Vancouver Sun reports.
Analysis: Sauve is still dealing with post-concussion symptoms stemming from being hit by a car on Sept. 4. The 20-year-old blueliner is expected to compete for a spot with Manitoba of the AHL once he's cleared for action.
News: Sauve is being monitored for post-concussion symptoms after being struck by a car while walking in downtown Vancouver on Saturday night, the Vancouver Sun reports.
Analysis: Sauve was taken to the hospital and was released promptly with abrasions to his face and body. The Canucks are being understandably cautious with one of their top prospects, but early indications are Sauve has avoided serious injury.
