Hughes vs. Makar For Norris Trophy & Takeaways From Win Over Ducks
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In today’s edition, we have the latest news & rumours from Vancouver, takeaways from the Canucks’ 3-1 win over the Anaheim Ducks, the early battle between Quinn Hughes and Cale Makar for the Norris Trophy, and more.
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3 Takeaways From Canucks’ 3-1 Win Against the Anaheim Ducks
November 29, 2023 by Scott Clarke
The Vancouver Canucks moved to 15-7-1 with a 3-1 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday, Nov. 28. Looking for a bounce-back performance after their loss to the San Jose Sharks on Saturday, Nov. 25, the Canucks were able to squeak out a victory despite playing lacklustre hockey for a majority of the game. Here are three takeaways from the contest.
Makar vs. Hughes: Evaluating the 2023-24 Norris Trophy Race
November 25, 2023 by Marko Zlomislic
The race for the 2023-24 Norris Trophy is shaping up to be an all-timer as two names have clearly outstripped the rest of the pack in the early going – Quinn Hughes of the Vancouver Canucks and Cale Makar of the Colorado Avalanche. The two defenders represent the pinnacle in the evolution of the modern NHL defenseman, defying the limitations of the position and playing a more expansive and rover-like role in all three zones.
In fact, both would be right at home in the Hart Trophy discussion as the league’s most valuable player, which further explains my reasoning for limiting the scope of this piece to just these two rearguards.
Canucks News & Rumors: Tocchet, Kuzmenko, Suter & More
November 28, 2023 by Sartaaj Bhullar
In this edition of the Vancouver Canucks News & Rumors, head coach Rick Tocchet comments on the team’s play over the past few weeks. Additionally, Andrei Kuzmenko is set to return to the lineup on Nov. 28. Also, an update on Pius Suter and his injury.