Vancouver, BC – April 11, 2023
The Vancouver Canucks have signed goaltender Arturs Silovs to a three-year, entry-level contract.
Silovs, 21, was selected by the Canucks in the fifth round (156th overall) of the 2020 NHL Entry Draft. He spent the last two seasons with HK Riga in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL).
In 2022-23, Silovs posted a 15-10-3 record with a 2.31 goals-against average (GAA) and a .922 save percentage. He also represented Latvia at the 2023 IIHF World Junior Championship, where he helped his team win a bronze medal.
Silovs is a highly-touted prospect who is known for his athleticism, quick reflexes, and strong puck-handling skills. He is expected to compete for the Canucks’ backup goaltending role next season.
Canucks General Manager Patrik Allvin
We are very excited to sign Arturs to an entry-level contract, said Canucks general manager Patrik Allvin. He is a talented young goaltender with a lot of upside. We believe he has the potential to be a very good NHL goaltender.
Silovs
I am very happy to sign with the Vancouver Canucks, said Silovs. It is a dream come true to play in the NHL. I am looking forward to working hard and helping the team win.
Silovs will report to the Canucks’ development camp this summer.
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