Iain MacIntyre
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'It's go time': Canucks struggling to find higher gear during homestand
Iain MacIntyre
After two practice days to prepare for Saturday’s game against the desperate Washington Capitals, the Canucks slipped out of third gear in the second period and were stuck in neutral for 12 or 14 minutes. They lost their lead and then the game, 2-1.
Canucks' Lindholm aims to elevate game with trade rumours in rear view
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Canucks’ Myers exhibit ‘A’ for structural improvements built by Tocchet
Iain MacIntyre
The Canucks have seen growth since their 2022-23 season. Nobody embodies that growth better than Tyler Myers, who has embraced Rick Tocchet's systems and is enjoying a much-improved campaign as a result.
Canucks become their own worst enemy in third-period collapse
Iain MacIntyre
Though the Canucks had some bad luck and bad calls, they never should have been in a spot where either could cost them the game. But a third period littered with mistakes shifted the momentum, and not in their favour.
Canucks confident DeSmith can lead final push to playoffs
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Canucks prepared to rely on DeSmith as Demko's health appears uncertain
Iain MacIntyre
The injury to Thatcher Demko took some shine off the Canucks' 5-0 win, and the atmosphere out of Rogers Arena. Even with a reliable backup in Casey DeSmith, any injury to Demko is a challenge for the Canucks.
Canucks content to stand pat at deadline, believe they have enough to contend
Iain MacIntyre
The Canucks may have lost ground to their key rivals at the trade deadline, but the team remains confident it has the pieces to compete with anyone in the playoffs.
Canucks Takeaways: Return to identity leads to impressive road trip sweep
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With renewed patience and discipline, Canucks finally win playoff-style game
Iain MacIntyre
The Canucks didn't so much beat the Kings as survive them, winning 2-1 on discipline, patience and an overtime goal by J.T. Miller. Now on their first two-game winning streak in three weeks, Vancouver has the chance to put their recent slump behind them.