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Canucks Dominate Jets 6-2 to Bolster Playoff Position

Brock Boeser's standout performance and strong special teams play keep Vancouver in the final Western Conference playoff spot.

  • Brock Boeser broke a 12-game scoring drought with two goals and an assist, leading the Canucks to victory over the league-leading Winnipeg Jets.
  • Vancouver's special teams were critical, converting on their lone power play and successfully killing both penalties.
  • The Jets' defense, which had been the stingiest in the NHL, allowed six goals for only the second time this season.
  • Pius Suter contributed two goals, including an empty-netter, while Nils Hoglander and Drew O’Connor also scored for the Canucks.
  • The win keeps Vancouver in the final Western Conference playoff spot as they prepare for a pivotal six-game road trip starting against the St. Louis Blues.
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