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Canucks Secure Critical Win Over Ducks in Playoff Race

Depth scoring and a decisive goal by Carson Soucy propel Vancouver to a 3-2 victory as the team fights for a postseason spot.

Vancouver Canucks' Drew O'Connor (18) gets up after falling into Anaheim Ducks goaltender John Gibson, left, during the second period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, B.C., on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ethan Cairns
Vancouver Canucks' Teddy Blueger (53) and Kiefer Sherwood (44) come to celebrate with Carson Soucy (7) after his goal against the Anaheim Ducks during the second period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, B.C., on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ethan Cairns

Overview

  • The Vancouver Canucks defeated the Anaheim Ducks 3-2, improving their record to 28-22-11 as they compete for the final Western Conference playoff spot.
  • Carson Soucy scored the game-winning goal in the second period, which stood after a lengthy review for potential goaltender interference.
  • Teddy Blueger ended a 28-game scoring drought with his sixth goal of the season, while Jake DeBrusk added his team-leading 22nd goal on a power play.
  • Anaheim's starting goaltender John Gibson left the game in the second period due to an apparent injury, with Lukas Dostal stepping in as relief.
  • Despite the win, Vancouver remains tied in points with Calgary but trails in the standings due to the Flames' higher win total.