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Canucks' Michael Del Zotto: Sent to press box

Del Zotto has gone eight games without securing a point, and has just four in 22 games this season. He's been a reliable source of hits though, collecting 86 along the way. He will come out of the lineup in place of Derrick Pouliot.

Canucks' Michael Del Zotto: Tallies goal

Del Zotto tapped the puck in past Carey Price to tie the game. However, he took an undisciplined penalty late in the third period, resulting in a game-winning goal for the Canadiens. Del Zotto has put up four points in 14 games, while posting 54 hits. The scoring and physical presence is certainly beneficial, but he can't be making costly mistakes if he expects to stay in the lineup once Alex Edler (lower body) returns from injury.

Canucks' Michael Del Zotto: Sets up game-winning goal

Del Zotto found Elias Pettersson backdoor, and the rookie rocketed a slapshot past Devan Dubnyk. It was the veteran netminder's first point of the season, and it was an important once since Del Zotto has spent eight games as a healthy scratch already this year.

Canucks' Michael Del Zotto: Will be in lineup Thursday

Del Zotto last played Oct. 6 and isn't worthy of fantasy consideration. In two games earlier in the year, the veteran blueliner failed to register a point and posted an even rating.

Canucks' Michael Del Zotto: Toiling in press box

Del Zotto has quickly fallen out of favor with the coaching staff this year. Last season, he averaged over 20 minutes per game and saw similar time in his first two contests of the current campaign. Once a lock in the club's top four, it appears he will only be used in that role sparingly going forward.