A pre-season exhibition matchup saw the Canucks testing depth by keeping forward Schenn and defenseman Gallagher off the ice against the Stanley Cup-winning team from Carolina. The move highlights the club’s strategy to assess fitness and readiness among its roster while facing a high-caliber opponent. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how the bench players perform under pressure in a competitive setting. The game offers a glimpse into potential lineup adjustments ahead of the upcoming season.

Scenes from morning skate: Canucks healthy scratch Schenn and Gallagher against Stanley Cup champs in Carolina  Yardbarker