The MRI revealed a mild strain of the popliteus muscle, but no hamstring injury, as previously believed, the team said. The popliteus is a small triangular-shaped muscle at the back of the knee.

According to Woodley, what is affecting Demko's availability is a problem with the popliteus muscle. Woodley appeared on Sportsnet 650's "Halford & Brough" show and revealed that Demko’s injury ...

Eflin was forced out of Wednesday’s game due to discomfort that, after an MRI ruled out concerns of ligament damage or a meniscus tear, was diagnosed as a strain of the popliteus muscle in the ...

Muscle Injury 'Frustrating' For Canucks Goalie Demko A rare muscle injury is keeping Vancouver Canucks goalie Thatcher Demko from getting on the ice with his teammates at training camp. The all ...