Canucks' Concerning Storylines Heading Into Game 3 & Zadorov Being Key to Playoff Success
Also, the latest news & rumours, looking back at Alex Burrows' Game 7 winner against the Blackhawks, and more!
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Canucks’ 3 Concerning Storylines Heading Into Game 3
April 26, 2024 by Matthew Zator
The Vancouver Canucks started their first round series against the Nashville Predators with a bang when Pius Suter and Dakota Joshua scored goals 12 seconds apart to turn a 2-1 deficit into a 3-2 lead and eventual 4-2 win. Rogers Arena was buzzing, the fans were excited, and Vancouver’s return to the postseason was off to an amazing start. Then, Tuesday came and the surprise announcement that Thatcher Demko was injured and out week-to-week.
Nikita Zadorov Is Key to Canucks Achieving Playoff Success
April 26, 2024 by Edgar Chaput
With the series tied 1-1 and Games 3 and 4 to be played in hostile territory, the Vancouver Canucks may have to rely on a player who wasn’t on the roster at the start of the season. Defenceman Nikita Zadorov, who has lined up alongside Ian Cole through two games in their first-round series against the Nashville Predators, has already had a big impact. His size, toughness, offensive contributions, and playoff experience will be invaluable when the series outcome hangs in the balance.
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Today in Hockey History: April 26
One of the biggest treats for National Hockey League fans is the thrill of watching a Game 7 during the Stanley Cup Playoffs. This date has provided quite a few of those, including one that completed an epic comeback. Let’s strap into the THW time machine and enjoy all the best moments April 26 has given us through the decades.
Canucks News & Rumors: Demko, Pettersson & Tocchet
April 25, 2024 by Sartaaj Bhullar
In this edition of the Vancouver Canucks News & Rumors, Thatcher Demko is injured and Casey DeSmith steps in for the club. Additionally, Elias Pettersson struggles in Game 2 as the Nashville Predators tie the first-round matchup at 1-1. Also, Head coach Rick Tocchet looks forward to playing playoff hockey on the road.