The Vancouver Canucks made a significant move by signing goaltender Arturs Silovs to a two-year contract. Silovs, who is 23 years old, had an impressive record with the Canucks in the 2023-24 season, going 3-0-1 with a 2.47 goals-against average and an .881 save percentage. He also had a successful stint with the AHL affiliate Abbotsford, going 16-11-6 with a 2.74 GAA and a .907 save percentage in 34 games.
General manager Patrick Allvin expressed his satisfaction with Silovs’ performance, stating that he played a crucial role for the team and showed growth and development as a goalie. Allvin also mentioned that Silovs will have the opportunity to compete for a full-time position with the Canucks during training camp. The team is committed to supporting Silovs in honing his skills and providing him with the necessary resources to continue advancing in his career.
While the financial details of the contract were not disclosed, reports indicate that it has an average annual value of $850,000. Silovs was originally drafted by Vancouver in the sixth round in 2019 and made his NHL debut in the 2022-23 season, where he posted a record of 3-2-0 with a 2.75 GAA and a .908 save percentage.
This signing demonstrates the Canucks’ confidence in Silovs’ abilities and potential for further growth. Fans can look forward to seeing him continue to make valuable contributions to the team in the upcoming seasons. It is a positive step for the organization as they solidify their goaltending options for the future.