Vancouver's three-goal second period was the difference in their win versus Chicago.
The Vancouver Canucks (21-9-2) extended their point streak to six games as they defeated the Chicago Blackhawks (9-20-1) on Sunday afternoon. This was the 16th time this season the Canucks have scored at least four goals, extending their record in those games to 15-1. With the victory, Vancouver also remains perfect when leading after two periods, improving their record to 18-0.
While the Canucks were victorious in this one, this was far from a perfect game. They allowed two goals to the worst power play in the game and allowed Chicago to dictate play for most of the first period. Luckily, their offence woke up in the second as they walked away with their league-leading 20th regulation win of the season.
To wrap things up on a positive note, the Pius Suter, Elias Petterson, and Ilya Mikheyev line looked like they had some chemistry. They controlled play in the offensive zone and scored the game-winning goal. With three players that can contribute at both ends of the ice, this may be a line that sticks together and is used by Rick Tocchet to shut down the opposition's top players.
Stats and Facts
- With an assist, Teddy Bluger now has points in four of his last six games
- J.T. Miller becomes the ninth player from the 2011 draft class to play in 750 games
- With his 97th career win, Thatcher Demko moves into a tie with John Grahame for 25th on the all-time wins list among American goaltenders
- With career win number 219, Rick Tocchet ties Herb Brooks for 76th on the all-time wins list among NHL coaches
Game Summary
1st Period
CHI: 9:59- Nick Foligno (5th) from Joey Anderson
VAN: 18:59- Elias Pettersson (12th) from J.T. Miller and Filip Hronek (PPG)
2nd Period
CHI: 0:35- Nick Foligno (6th) from Connor Bedard and Philipp Kurashev (PPG)
VAN: 3:04- Dakota Joshua (7th) from Conor Garland and Teddy Bluger
VAN: 3:45- Brock Boeser (23rd) from J.T. Miller and Tyler Myers
VAN: 15:41- Ilya Mikheyev (10th) from Tyler Myers and Pius Suter
3rd Period
CHI: 6:44- Cole Guttman (2nd) from Connor Bedard and Philipp Kurashev (PPG)
Canucks Next Opponent
The Canucks continue their four-game road trip with a matchup against the Nashville Predators. This will be the third game between these two clubs, with Vancouver looking for the season sweep. Puck drop is set for 5:00 pm PT from Bridgestone Arena.
