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Vancouver Canucks Outmaneuver St. Louis Blues in a Power Play Showcase

The Vancouver Canucks and the St. Louis Blues faced off in an intense match that saw the Canucks emerge victorious with a 5-2 win, improving their season record to 22-17-10. The Blues, on the other hand, now stand at 23-24-4 after this game. The victory was highlighted by Vancouver's effective use of power plays and a strong defensive performance.


Jan 27, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA;  Vancouver Canucks goaltender Kevin Lankinen (32) defends the net against St. Louis Blues center Radek Faksa (12) during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Key Moments and Player Highlights


The Canucks showcased their prowess on special teams, converting two out of two power play opportunities into goals. This efficiency was pivotal in securing their win over the Blues. Conor Garland stood out with two goals, demonstrating his critical role in Vancouver's offensive strategy. His performance earned him one of the game's star selections.


Pius Suter also made significant contributions with one goal and one assist, further solidifying his impact on the game's outcome. Tyler Myers added to the scoreboard with a goal and an assist while playing an essential role defensively.


Jan 27, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA;  Vancouver Canucks right wing Conor Garland (8) celebrates after scoring against St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington (50) during the first period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

On defense, Kevin Lankinen’s goaltending was exceptional for the Canucks; he saved 24 out of 26 shots faced, contributing to Vancouver’s strong defensive showing against St. Louis' attacks.


Looking Ahead


The Vancouver Canucks are set to face off against the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville on January 29th at 9:00 PM EDT. Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN+ and FDSSO networks as both teams vie for victory in what promises to be another exciting matchup.


Jan 27, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA;  Vancouver Canucks defenseman Derek Forbort (27) checks St. Louis Blues center Zack Bolduc (76) during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

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