The Vancouver Canucks (35-28-13) wrap up their three-game home stand on Sunday when they face the Vegas Golden Knights (46-22-8). This is the first of two games between these Pacific Division rivals this month, as they are also scheduled to face off on the final day of the regular season. Like every game down the stretch, this is a must-win for Vancouver, as a loss would see their playoff odds drop below 1%.
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Sunday's game will not be an easy one, as the Golden Knights still have plenty to play for. While Vegas has already clinched a post-season berth, they are competing for the top spot in the division and home ice for at least the first two rounds. Overall, it is going to be a tough test for the Canucks, and one they will need to pass if they still have plans of qualifying for the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Players to Watch:
Aatu Räty:
Aatu Räty has been making the most of his recent call-up. He continues to be dominant in the faceoff dot and has shown he can be an impactful third-line center at the NHL level. If Räty can win his matchup and keep delivering faceoff wins, it will go a long way in helping Vancouver take down the Golden Knights.
Brett Howden:
One player on Vegas' roster who isn't discussed enough is Brett Howden. The 27-year-old has filled in nicely as part of the top six and, like Räty, is having success in the faceoff dot. With points in five of his last season, Howden could easily find the scoresheet Sunday night.
Vancouver Canucks (35-28-13):
Last 10: 4-4-2
Quinn Hughes: 16-56-72
Brock Boeser: 25-23-48
Elias Pettersson: 15-30-45
Conor Garland: 19-26-45
Jake DeBrusk: 24-20-44
Vegas Golden Knights (46-22-8):
Last 10: 7-3-0
Jack Eichel: 27-66-93
Mark Stone: 19-47-66
Tomáš Hertl: 31-28-59 *Injured
Shea Theodore: 7-47-54
Pavel Dorofeyev: 33-17-50
Game Information:
Start Time: 7:00 pm PT
Venue: Rogers Arena
Television: Sportsnet
Radio: Sportsnet 650
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