Thatcher Demko’s injury in Game 1 for the Vancouver Canucks suddenly put Casey DeSmith back in the playoff spotlight. The last time DeSmith was in it was 2022, the Pens’ starter in Tristan Jarry was injured ahead of the playoffs and it would be DeSmith to suffer an injury in Game 1 — leading to the brief Spicy Pork guy playing hero for a night (before quickly turning into a pumpkin). Reports are hitting social media that although Demko was officially termed with “day to day” status by the team, his actual injury is significant enough that he might not be healthy in time to play in the first round.
Checking in on former Penguins involved in the 2024 playoffs
