concerning moment at Vancouver Canucks practice as Filip Chytil exits early after scary head injury




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Jan 31, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Filip Chytil (72) skates against the Toronto Maple Leafs in the second period at Rogers Arena.

Photo credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Filip Chytil has missed some significant time for the Vancouver Canucks, as he has been out with a concussion since the beginning of the season, recently after his return to the team he took a puck off the face from Brock Boeser during practice and was forced to leave.

“Thankfully, Chytil was able to return to game action for the Vancouver Canucks for six games, however during their penultimate contest prior to the National Hockey League’s Olympic break, the Czech centerman was forced to leave due to migraine issues”-Jaxon

Filip Chytil exits practice, cannot catch a break with the Vancouver Canucks.

Ben Kuzma on X reported on Chytil’s incident in practice, it has been one bad thing after another for him this season, and it’s also one of the narratives for the Canucks this season, constantly having to deal with injuries.

Boeser slapper off glass during drill catches Chytil in face, leaves practice at UBC. #Canucks

Jeff Paterson has also confirmed on X that Chytil went to get X-Rays, but the results have not been released yet. Getting a puck to the face could also set Chytil back for his concussion recovery. He already had migraine issues before the break, another blow to the head is the last thing he needs.

Adam Foote says Chytil is gong for x-rays. Didn’t have a further update

The Canucks will be holding their breath for Chytil’s results, and hope he doesn’t have to miss anymore time.

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