VANCOUVER, British Columbia -- If Sven Baertschi needed motivation to excel, he has it now.
Baertschi likely will return to Vancouver's lineup Saturday as the Canucks (22-30-6) host the Boston Bruins (35-12-8) at Rogers Arena after unexpectedly landing in coach Travis Green's doghouse.
The winger was scratched unexpectedly in San Jose on Thursday night, even though he had two points in the previous game and four points in as many outings.
"I haven't been thrilled with his game as of late," Green told Postmedia. "I know he had two assists (against Florida on Wednesday), but it's not about points.