Mar 24, 2025; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Vancouver Canucks right wing Brock Boeser (6) controls the puck as New Jersey Devils defenseman Simon Nemec (17) defends during the third period at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/0e174f82-6cb6-45bc-9579-d84f96db29f8.jpeg] Mar 24, 2025; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Vancouver Canucks right wing Brock Boeser (6) controls the puck as New Jersey Devils defenseman Simon Nemec (17) defends during the third period at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images Welcome to this edition of the Vancouver Canucks post-game analytics report. This recurring deep dive breaks down the analytics behind each Canucks game as recorded by Natural Stat Trick. [https://www.naturalstattrick.com/games.php?team=VAN] In this article, we look back on Vancouver's most recent 4-3 shootout victory over the New Jersey Devils [http://thn.com/newjersey]. Latest From THN’s Vancouver Canucks Site [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/]: Abbotsford Canucks Sign Jackson Kunz To A One-Year Contract [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/latest-news/abbotsford-canucks-sign-jackson-kunz-to-a-one-year-contract] Canucks Pettersson & Höglander Out For Remainder Of Six-Game Road Trip [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/latest-news/canucks-pettersson-hglander-out-for-remainder-of-six-game-road-trip] Vancouver Canucks Prospects In The 2025 CHL Playoffs [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/latest-news/vancouver-canucks-prospects-in-the-2025-chl-playoffs] This game was very even from an analytics perspective. The Canucks held a slight edge in even-strength scoring chances by a count of 33-32, while also winning the even-strength high-danger scoring chances battle 17-13. Considering that Vancouver was missing half of their top six, the Canucks played a strong game and were able to skate away with a crucial two points. As for the heatmap, both teams struggled to protect the crease in this game. Five of the six goals in regulation came off high-danger shots, with both Vancouver and New Jersey having no issues crashing the net. That being said, the Canucks did do a great job generating high-danger shots, as they finished with 13 compared to five from the Devils. Vancouver Canucks vs New Jersey Devils, March 24, 2025, Natural Stat Trick [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/64a2967c-ff86-4746-b686-4cea8e75bf58.png] Vancouver Canucks vs New Jersey Devils, March 24, 2025, Natural Stat Trick When it comes to a standout forward line, that would be the trio of Drew O'Connor, Aatu Räty and Kiefer Sherwood. During their 6:21 of ice time, they held a 4-0 high-danger scoring chance advantage and posted an xGF% of 90.69. The line was able to win their matchup consistently and, more importantly, keep the puck away from Thatcher Demko. To wrap things up, Pius Suter had a very strong night for the Canucks. Vancouver's new first-line center played 19:07 at even-strength and finished the night with an xGF% of 69.55. Suter also finished the night with a goal and an assist as he continues to build off what has become a career year for him. 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/6ac5f62e-2146-40f4-8563-3a313c3462b9.jpeg] The Hockey News
