Fri Jan 17 03:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Canucks Shake Up Lines, Reuniting Promising Trio Against Kings

**Vancouver, BC** – The Vancouver Canucks are hoping a line shuffle will ignite their sputtering offense as they face the Los Angeles Kings on Thursday. Coach Rick Tocchet has reunited Jonathan Lekkerimäki, Elias Pettersson, and Jake DeBrusk – a trio that impressed during training camp but has seen limited ice time together during the regular season.

This will be Lekkerimäki’s 11th NHL game this season. The 20-year-old, known for his powerful shot (12 goals in 21 AHL games this season), has tallied two goals and three points so far in the NHL. While the team has struggled offensively, scoring just 12 goals in their last seven games, Tocchet is hoping this reunion will spark the Canucks’ top players, who have combined for only five goals during the same period.

Despite their potential, the trio has only played a meager 1:39 together this season, according to Natural Stat Trick. Their limited time together is surprising, considering their strong showing in training camp. Lekkerimäki has spent most of his time alongside J.T. Miller and in the bottom six.

The Canucks are aiming for a crucial win against the Kings, hoping the reunited line can provide the offensive punch needed to end their recent slump. Lekkerimäki’s focus will be on getting shots on net, leveraging his potent shooting ability to create scoring opportunities for himself and his linemates.

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