Canucks Gameday Preview #74: Wrapping Up A Six-Game Road Trip Against The Jets

The Vancouver Canucks (34-26-13) wrap up their six-game road trip on Sunday when they battle the Winnipeg Jets (50-19-4). While the Canucks are fighting for a spot in the playoffs, the Jets have already clinched a berth and are competing for not just first in the West, but a Presidents' Trophy. Sunday will be the third and final meeting between these two teams, with each picking up a win at home this season. 

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With nine games remaining, Sunday's matchup should be considered a must-win for Vancouver. Despite going 2-1-2 on the road trip, the Canucks have not been able to make up ground on the St. Louis Blues, as they are on a nine-game winning streak. Vancouver also needs to show that they can beat a team like Winnipeg, who would most likely be their first-round opponent if they qualify for the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. 

Players to Watch:

Quinn Hughes:

If the Canucks make the playoffs, it will be in large part thanks to the play of Quinn Hughes. Vancouver's captain has points in eight of his last nine games and has played over 28 minutes in four of his previous five. With 70 points in 59 games, do not be surprised if Hughes finds a way onto the score sheet by the end of the game. 

Nikolaj Ehlers:

Nikolaj Ehlers has been on a tear over the last few weeks. He currently has a five-game point streak and is on pace to shatter his career high for points. The pending unrestircted free agent is a handful to deal with, and if left with time and space, will make the Canucks pay. 

Vancouver Canucks (34-26-13):
Last 10: 5-3-2

Quinn Hughes: 16-54-70
Brock Boeser: 24-22-46
Elias Pettersson: 15-30-45
Conor Garland: 18-26-44
Jake DeBrusk: 24-19-43

Winnipeg Jets (50-19-4):
Last 10: 7-3-0

Kyle Connor: 37-51-88
Mark Schiefle: 36-44-80
Nikolaj Ehlers: 24-38-62
Gabriel Vilardi: 27-34-61
Josh Morrissey: 12-44-56

Game Information:

Start Time: Noon PT
Venue: Canada Life Centre
Television: Sportsnet
Radio: Sportsnet 650

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