Brad Richardson (undisclosed) is on the ice for pregame warmups whie Brandon McMillan was not, indicating he will play in Game 5 against the Flames on Thursday.

Richardson (undisclosed) is on the ice for pregame warmups, while Brandon McMillan is not, indicating that Richardson will play in Game 5 against the Flames on Thursday.

Analysis:

Richardson entered the contest a question mark after missing practice Wednesday and Game 4 as well. It appears the issue has subsided enough for him to return for Thursday's game as the Canucks look to avoid elimination.