Can New Jersey Devils' Power Play Spark a Turnaround Against Vancouver Canucks?

The New Jersey Devils, with a record of 37-28-7, faced off against the Vancouver Canucks, who came into the game with a 33-26-12 record. In a closely contested match that went beyond regulation time, the final score stood at 4-3 in favor of the Canucks.

Game Highlights

The Devils showed resilience throughout the game, overcoming an initial deficit to tie the game by the end of regulation. Despite not scoring in the first period, they managed to net one goal in the second and added two more in the third period. Their power play unit capitalized on one of their two opportunities to score, showcasing an effective execution when it mattered most.

Timo Meier was particularly notable for his performance on ice for New Jersey. Scoring two goals from four shots gave him a shooting percentage of 50 percent for this game. His efforts were crucial in keeping his team competitive throughout this encounter.

On defense and between the pipes, Jacob Markstrom had a busy night with 25 saves on 28 shots against him. His save percentage remained solid at 100 percent despite facing relentless pressure from Vancouver's offense.

Vancouver Canucks' Response

The Canucks demonstrated their offensive capabilities by scoring once in each of three periods before securing their victory through a shootout where they outscored New Jersey two goals to one. Thatcher Demko's goaltending was pivotal for Vancouver as he made significant saves throughout regular play and during overtime.

Pius Suter also stood out for Vancouver with his performance contributing significantly to his team's success on this occasion.

Looking Ahead

The New Jersey Devils will next face off against Chicago Blackhawks at United Center on March 26th at 7:30 PM EDT. Fans can catch all action live as it will be broadcasted nationally on TNT and truTV as well as streamed online via Max and CHSN TV networks.

This upcoming game presents another opportunity for New Jersey to showcase their skills and possibly secure a win away from home soil. As always, fans are encouraged to share their support and thoughts online about how they believe their favorite team will fare in future matchups.