Abbotsford head coach Manny Malhotra watches his team from the bench during the first period of their game at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, Calif., Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025.The Abbotsford Canucks have concluded what has been a historic regular season. Abbotsford set multiple franchise records, including wins (44), points (92) and goals (241). Thanks to their historic season, the AHL Canucks finished second in the Pacific Division and will take on the Tuscon Roadrunners in the first round of the 2025 Calder Cup Playoffs.
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One of the main reasons Abbotsford was successful is that it played as a committee rather than a bunch of individuals. Four players recorded at least 40 points, while five scored at least 15 goals. The team didn't have to rely solely on one line, as every night, a different group of players would step up and lead the team to victory.
As for the 2025 Calder Cup Playoffs, the AHL Canucks enter as one of the favourites. They enter the post-season on a 16-1-1, and will have home-ice advantage for both the first and second rounds. Abbotsford also recently had seven players returned from the Vancouver Canucks, meaning their lineup is stacked with not just AHL talent, but players who have proven they can be successful at the NHL level.
The AHL Canucks kick off their best-of-three first round series against Tuscon on Wednesday, April 23. These two teams haven't met since February, with the Roadrunners winning the season series 5-3. Puck drop on Wednesday is scheduled for 7:00 pm PT from the Abbotsford Centre.
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