Instant Reaction: Canucks Hang On to Beat Blue Jackets 4-3
The Vancouver Canucks’ Wednesday night loss to the Chicago Blackhawks already feels like ages ago. Since then, many discussions about the team’s future have taken place, and the Canucks even had a chance to practice. The NHL’s tight schedule, adjusted for Olympic hockey, will make every moment on the ice valuable.
Game Highlights
- Lukas Reichel nearly scored his first goal and point as a Canuck, but the puck deflected into the netting.
- Jake DeBrusk opened the scoring by beating Elvis Merzļikins over the shoulder in close.
- Columbus tied the game shortly after DeBrusk’s goal.
- Mathieu Olivier hit Elias Pettersson and received a 5-minute major penalty and a game misconduct.
- Dmitri Voronkov put the Blue Jackets ahead 2-1.
- Elias Pettersson was in a prime scoring position but chose to pass, and the attempt failed.
- Drew O'Connor scored on a rebound to tie the game for Vancouver.
“HOW IS THAT NOT A PENALTY????”
Conor Garland finished a great Canucks’ shift with the game-winning goal.
Summary
The Canucks managed to secure a narrow 4-3 victory against the Blue Jackets despite challenges, demonstrating resilience and key plays that shaped the game.