Mar 7, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Kiefer Sherwood (44) scores against Minnesota Wild goalie Filip Gustavsson (32) in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/0c2b742d-79eb-423d-a69a-ac2294ffa4a4.jpeg] Mar 7, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Kiefer Sherwood (44) scores against Minnesota Wild goalie Filip Gustavsson (32) in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images The Vancouver Canucks (37-29-13) kick off their final homestand of the season when they battle the Minnesota Wild (43-30-7) on Saturday night. While Vancouver has already been eliminated from playoff contention, they could deal a significant blow to the Wild's post-season chances if they can defeat Minnesota in regulation. Through two games this season, the Canucks are 1-0-1 against the Wild, which includes a 3-1 win at Rogers Arena back in early March. Latest From THN’s Vancouver Canucks Site [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/]: Vancouver Canucks 2024-25 Road Stat Leaders [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/latest-news/vancouver-canucks-2024-25-road-stat-leaders] Abbotsford Canucks On Pace To Set Yet Another Franchise Record In 2024-25 [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/latest-news/abbotsford-canucks-on-pace-to-set-yet-another-franchise-in-2024-25] The Stats Behind The Abbotsford Canucks’ 13-Game Win Streak [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/latest-news/the-stats-behind-the-abbotsford-canucks-13-game-win-streak] While he isn't scheduled to start, Saturday will be an opportunity for fans in Vancouver to honour one of the greatest goalies in NHL history, Marc-André Fleury. "Flower" is scheduled to retire at the end of the year, which would conclude a historic 21-season career. A future first-ballot Hall of Famer, do not be surpised if the Canucks players line up to shake his hand at the end of the game. Players to Watch: Kiefer Sherwood: Saturday night could be a historic one for Kiefer Sherwood. He is four hits away from becoming the first player in NHL to throw 450 hits in a season and a goal away from his first 20-goal campaign in the NHL. One of the best signings by any team from the 2024 off-season, fans should expect to see a feisty Sherwood on the ice Saturday night. Kirill Kaprizov: After missing the majority of the season due to an injury, Kirill Kaprizov is back and ready for the playoffs. Minnesota's [http://thn.com/minnesota] first-line winger has 55 points in 39 games and has developed into one of the most dangerous wingers in the NHL. With his team fighting for a playoff spot, do not be surprised if Kaprizov puts together an offensive performance to remember against Vancouver. Vancouver Canucks (37–29–13): Last 10: 5–4–1 Quinn Hughes: 16–58–74 Brock Boeser: 25–24–49 Conor Garland: 19–30–49 Jake DeBrusk: 26–20–46 Pius Suter: 24–21–45 Minnesota Wild (43–30–7): Last 10: 3-5-2 Matt Boldy: 26-45-71 Marco Rossi: 24-36-60 Kirill Kaprizov: 25-30-55 Mats Zuccarello: 18-33-51 Frédérick Gaudreau: 18-19-37 Game Information: Start Time: 7:00 pm PT Venue: Rogers Arena Television: Sportsnet Radio: Sportsnet 650 Make sure you bookmark THN's Vancouver Canucks site and add us to your favourites on Google News [https://news.google.com/publications/CAAqBwgKMK-q0gsw7sXpAw/sections/CAQqEAgAKgcICjCvqtILMO7F6QMwr-DfCA?hl=en-CA&gl=CA&ceid=CA%3Aen] for the latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns, and so much more. Also, be sure to leave a comment at the bottom of the page and engage with other passionate fans through our forum. The Hockey News [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/c5605db5-d897-40d5-9af4-aa51bad6fbad.jpeg] The Hockey News
