Kiefer Sherwood’s Hat Trick Lifts Canucks Over Avalanche 3-1

Vancouver bounces back with strong defense and goaltending, while Colorado's power play struggles continue.

Kiefer Sherwood scored his first NHL hat trick, including an even-strength goal, a short-handed goal, and an empty-netter, to lead the Canucks to victory.
Thatcher Demko made 30 saves for Vancouver, delivering a solid performance after the team’s recent struggles at home.
Colorado’s power play woes persisted, going 0-for-4 and extending their slump to 1-for-19 over the last seven games.
Mackenzie Blackwood had a strong showing in net for the Avalanche, stopping 22 shots, but received limited offensive support.
The Canucks responded to coach Rick Tocchet’s criticism with a physical, defensively sound game, blocking 18 shots and registering 30 hits.