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Ryan Kesler | Center

Team: Vancouver Canucks
Age / DOB:  (28) / 8/31/1984
Ht / Wt:  6'2' / 195
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Ryan Kesler scored twice in the third period of a 3-2 overtime loss to the San Jose Sharks in Friday's Game 2.
Kesler's first goal was a power-play tally and came less than a minute into the period. He followed it up six minutes later with what looked to be the game-winning goal until the Sharks tied the game in the final minute. Henrik and Daniel Sedin each assisted on Kesler's man-advantage score, but the Canucks now trail 2-0 heading back to San Jose. May 4 - 1:37 AM

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Ryan Kesler skated on the right side with Derek Roy at center and Chris Higgins on the other wing Thursday.

The Canucks will try to load up their top two lines in Game 2 after failing to produce much offense in Game 1's 3-1 defeat. The line shuffling saw Zack Kassian dropped to the fourth unit with Andrew Ebbett and Dale Weise, while Max Lapierre will center the third combination between Mason Raymond and Jannik Hansen.
May 2 - 6:22 PM

Ryan Kesler feels the Vancouver Canucks are poised for a much better showing in the playoffs this year.

"We're healthier, and to be honest, I don't think we were ready for the grind last year," Kesler said referring to starting the 2012 postseason without the concussed Daniel Sedin. "We know what it takes to get to a final and Game 7 of a final. We're hungry this year, and I can feel the energy in the room. I see how bad guys want it." He generated 13 points in 17 games this season, while dealing with injuries. It's still not clear if he will matched up against Joe Thornton or Logan Couture in Wednesday's series opener versus San Jose, but he feels up for either challenge.
May 1 - 1:40 PM

Ryan Kesler potted two goals in the Canucks' 5-2 win over the Predators Monday night.

Kesler has been ravaged by injuries for over a year but he has played well this season when he has actually been on the ice. If he can stay healthy, he should finish the season on a high note. He should be owned in all leagues.
Apr 15 - 10:39 PM

Ryan Kesler recorded an assist on Saturday.

Kesler has a goal and four points in three games since returning from a foot injury. He's a great pickup in standard leagues.
Apr 14 - 10:31 AM

Ryan Kesler scored his second goal in only his eighth game of the season, leading the Canucks to a 2-0 win over the Phoenix Coyotes.

Kesler has been ravaged by injuries for over a year but he has played well this season when he has actually been on the ice, scoring six points in eight games. The Canucks desperately miss his scoring and versatility upfront. Without Kesler, the Canucks chances at making a deep playoff run are slim to none. Throw him in your line up as much as you can moving forward.
Apr 9 - 2:40 AM

Ryan Kesler (foot) will rejoin the Canucks on Monday.

Kesler has been limited to just seven games this season and hasn't played since Feb. 26. It wouldn't be surprising to see him get eased back into the lineup, but at the same time, he's been solid when he has played with a goal and five points in 2013. If he can stay healthy, he should finish the season on a high note.
Apr 8 - 2:12 PM

Ryan Kesler (foot) took part in Saturday's morning skate.

"Obviously being out there you want to play tonight but that’s not realistic," Kesler said. "I am itching, I am itching big time. It’s been a tough year for me but everything happens for a reason. My goal is to get some games in before playoffs and feel good about my game heading into playoffs." Kesler has been limited to just seven games this season and has been out of action since Feb. 26 due to a broken bone in his foot.
Apr 6 - 3:22 PM

Ryan Kesler took to the ice for the first time Thursday before the rest of the team skated at Vancouver's morning session.

He skated with the team's other injured players. Kesler has been out of action since Feb. 26 after a broken bone was discovered in his foot. He has been limited to just seven games this season because of injuries, but appears to be on the right track in his recovery.
Source: NHL.com
Apr 4 - 5:25 PM

Ryan Kesler will get another scan on his broken right foot on Monday.

Kesler is still on crutches and wearing a walking boot so the scan on Monday should definitely let the Canucks know how close or far away he is from returning to action. He was originally diagnosed to be out four-six weeks and it has already passed the four week mark so the Canucks may be a little concerned heading towards the trade deadline Wednesday. Stay tuned as Vancouver will be in trouble down the middle if Kesler's foot is not healing properly.
Apr 1 - 10:52 AM

Center Ryan Kesler (broken foot) remains on crutches and in a walking boot more than four weeks after his 4-6 week diagnosis.

"He's in that same window," coach Alain Vigneault said. "I think he's having another CT scan here after Easter."
Mar 30 - 12:52 PM

Ryan Kesler will be out indefinitely after a CT scan Wednesday morning revealed he had a fractured right foot.

Coach Alain Vigneault said that two X-rays on the foot had come up negative, which somewhat explains why he played in three games after suffering the injury back on Feb. 21. Kesler has been limited to seven contests this campaign following off-season surgeries on his wrist and shoulder and now he'll be out again "for a while" according to Vigneault but he wasn't sure how long exactly.
Feb 27 - 5:24 PM

Ryan Kesler sustained a broken foot on Feb . 21 against Dallas, according to his agent Kurt Overhardt.

The Vancouver center has played in three games since suffering the injury. Kesler had an assist and two shots in Tuesday's 4-2 loss to Phoenix, but he didn't do much in his two appearances before that. He was seen in an air cast Wednesday and didn't practice, but the Canucks haven't commented on his status yet.
Feb 27 - 3:53 PM

Ryan Kesler scored his first goal of the season, but the Canucks dropped a 4-3 shootout decision to the Blues Sunday.

Kesler's power-play marker in the first period gives the center two points in as many games since returning from injury earlier this week. Henrik Sedin also picked up a goal and an assist in the loss while Mason Raymond netted his fifth of the campaign.
Feb 18 - 12:42 AM

Ryan Kesler had an assist in his season debut on Friday.

Kesler returned from shoulder and wrist injuries. He had four shots on goal, four hits, and three blocked shots in 17:27 minutes of playing time. If you've been patiently holding onto Kesler, put him back into your lineup ASAP.
Feb 16 - 11:10 AM

Depth Charts

All Positions
PosRoleName
C1Henrik Sedin
2Ryan Kesler
3Derek Roy
4Maxim Lapierre
5Andrew Ebbett
6Manny Malhotra
7Jordan Schroeder
8Kellan Lain
9Alexandre Mallet
LW1Daniel Sedin
2David Booth
3Mason Raymond
4Tom Sestito
5Jim Vandermeer
6Darren Archibald
RW1Alex Burrows
2Christopher Higgins
3Jannik Hansen
4Zack Kassian
5Steve Pinizzotto
6Dale Weise
7Alexandre Grenier
8Nicklas Jensen
D1Alexander Edler
2Kevin Bieksa
3Dan Hamhuis
4Chris Tanev
5Jason Garrison
6Keith Ballard
7Cam Barker
8Andrew Alberts
9Derek Joslin
10Frank Corrado
G1Cory Schneider
2Roberto Luongo
3Joe Cannata
4Eddie Lack