Bieksa participated in the Canucks gameday skate and said that he "felt good" but will "see how things are this afternoon". So, Bieksa is still listed as a gametime decision, but it seems like there is a good chance that he will be in the lineup tonight. With only four games tonight you can put him in your daily lineups without getting burned if he doesn't play.
Bieksa was back on the ice on Tuesday after missing Monday's practice with an undisclosed injury. The33-year-old is looking to get back to the 40-point plateau after posting just 36 points (10G / 26A) in 112 games over the last two seasons. Monitor his status tomorrow.
With Frank Corrado playing the remaining games, a defenseman will come out each game. Garrison was out in the last game, but will be back in and Bieksa will sit tonight.
After taking part in the pre-game skate, John Tortorella said he is not surprised with Bieksa and added "he knows what is at stake". With Bieksa playing, the leaves Frank Corrado as a healthy scratch.
Bieksa was unable to put any weight on his leg when he left the ice on Thursday. But he was spotted this morning walking without a limp and his presence at the morning skate suggests that he will be in the lineup tonight. If he is unable to go, Frank Corrado will play.
Bieksa was hurt in a collision with Avalanche forward Gabriel Landeskog along the side-boards. He was unable to put any weight on his right leg as he left the ice. There is no report if Bieksa is expected to miss any time, but the Canucks have recalled Frank Corrado, which suggests that he will.
The Canucks get back in action on Wednesday and it is starting to look like Bieksa will be back in the lineup after missing the last five games before the break. Bieksa will be monitored during Wednesday's morning skate and a decision on his availability will be made shortly after.
The Canucks have a five-game road-trip that leads into the Olympic break and Bieksa will not travel with the team as they head to take on the Jets tomorrow in Winnipeg. Frank Corrado was recalled this morning, he will slide onto the blueline with Bieksa sidelined.
This is great news for the Canucks because they can certainly use the 6-foot 200 pound physical defenseman.
He will miss his fifth straight game tonight and likely his sixth on Saturday. He will be a welcomed return to the Canucks blueline should he return come game 1.
Bieksa will miss his fifth straight game with a lower-body injury. He has practiced for the last couple days but he left early today. The Canucks hope to have him back for the playoffs.
This is a clear indication that Bieksa will miss tonight's game with his lower body injury and may miss more time for further evaluation.
Cam Barker will take his place in the lineup.
Bieksa (groin) has missed Vancouver's last five games and seven of their last eight. Bieksa will likely be paired with Andrew Alberts on the Canucks third pair.
Ballard is expected to play tonight for the Canucks with Cam Barker also sitting out.
Bieksa (groin) will miss his third straight game tonight when the Canucks play the Blue Jackets. Consider him day-to-day.
Keith Ballard will play tonight in Bieksa's absence. Bieksa has five goals and one assist on the season. Monitor his status for Vancouver's games later in the week.
Bieksa has missed the Canucks last two games with a groin injury but could return tonight. Bieksa will take part of warmups and will be a game-time decision. Bieksa has five goals and one assist in 17 games this season.
Bieksa hurt his groin in Friday's game and will sit out tonight. Bieksa eats up over 20 minutes of ice time a night for Vancouver so this is a big loss for the Canucks. He has 5 G and 1 A in 17 games this season.
Bieksa returns to the lineup tonight. The defender has eight goals and 42 points in 76 games.