Brandon Sutter injury update

...forward will miss 6-to-8 weeks following surgery

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By Canucks Media Relations @Canucks / Vancouver Canucks

Following a period of conservative treatment and evaluation, forward Brandon Sutter, in consultation with Canucks medical staff, will undergo surgery to address a sports hernia on his right side. A similar procedure on his left side was carried out in 2015. Sutter's expected recovery timeline is 6-8 weeks.

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