VANCOUVER - The Vancouver Canucks have recalled forward Brandon DeFazio from the Utica Comets of the American Hockey League.

The 26-year-old Toronto native has six points (four goals, two assists) in 13 games with the Comets this season. He currently shares the team lead in goals.

The six-foot-two, 204-pound forward collected 34 points (17 goals, 17 assists) and 106 penalty minutes in 76 games played with Utica last season.