Colorado Avalanche forward Gabriel Landeskog has ramped up his skating, fostering optimism about his recovery, though no specific timeline is available yet. Teammate Jonathan Drouin exited the latest game early due to a lower-body injury. Meanwhile, Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen approaches two months post-knee surgery, eyeing a return possibly in the first round of the playoffs if the Stars face the Avalanche. In Minnesota, Kirill Kaprizov is traveling but won’t play until at least the team's next practice. San Jose Sharks' Shakir Mukhamadullin suffered a hit that raised concerns about his availability, while Filip Chytil of the Vancouver Canucks is dealing with concussion symptoms, casting doubt on his return this season.

Elias Pettersson led the Vancouver Canucks to a commanding 6-2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks, contributing a goal and an assist. Alongside him, Conor Garland and Pius Suter each added a goal and an assist as the Canucks notched their second 6-goal game of the season. Kiefer Sherwood, Teddy Blueger, and Nils Hoglander showcased stellar playmaking with two assists each, while Arturs Silovs delivered a solid performance in goal, stopping 17 of 19 shots.

The Blackhawks struggled, extending their winless streak to four games, with Arvid Soderblom in net. Alex Vlasic and Wyatt Kaiser found the back of the net for Chicago, but their efforts weren't enough as Vancouver surged past them in the Western Conference standings, claiming the second wild-card spot. The pivotal moment came when Vancouver scored two goals in a 35-second span in the first period, setting the tone for the game.

The Vancouver Canucks will see a key return on the blue line as they prepare to face the Calgary Flames. Captain Quinn Hughes is back after a four-game injury absence, bringing much-needed reinforcements to the defense. However, Tyler Myers will remain sidelined, leaving a significant gap. Coach Rick Tocchet mentioned that while some players are banged up, no specific names were provided.

Hughes's return is crucial, especially since he has participated in just three of the last 13 games. He is expected to team up with Marcus Pettersson on defense and should play a pivotal role in the power play. This matchup against the Flames marks the final meeting of the season between the two teams, with Calgary leading the series 2-1. The game is set for 6:00 PM PT at Scotiabank Saddledome, and with Hughes back in action, the Canucks will look to even the score.

The Vancouver Canucks suffered a disappointing 6-3 loss to the Seattle Kraken, despite dominating several key statistical categories. The Canucks recorded 29 scoring chances compared to Seattle’s 19, and held an 11-7 advantage in high-danger chances at even strength. Unfortunately, Vancouver struggled with defensive execution, allowing three of the five goals against to come from tipped shots due to missed checks. Offensively, they managed only three goals on 31 shots, showcasing a need for improvement in capitalizing on opportunities.

Among the forward lines, the trio of Drew O'Connor, Filip Chytil, and Conor Garland stood out, driving the offense effectively during their time on the ice. Tyler Myers also shined, contributing a primary assist and an impressive xGF% of 87.17, reflecting his strong play this season. Despite the loss, analytics suggest potential for the Canucks to build on their performance.

Conor Garland's two goals, alongside contributions from J.T. Miller and Pius Suter, propelled the Vancouver Canucks to a convincing 5-2 victory over the St. Louis Blues. Tyler Myers capped off the scoring with an empty-net goal, while Kevin Lankinen made 24 saves to secure the win. The loss marked St. Louis's third consecutive defeat, with Dylan Holloway and Colton Parayko managing to find the net for their team. The game highlighted Vancouver's ability to capitalize on mistakes, particularly when Suter scored a short-handed goal that extended their lead to 4-1.

In the first period, Garland opened the scoring with a power-play goal, benefiting from a failed goaltender interference challenge by St. Louis. Quinn Hughes assisted on Garland's first goal, extending his point streak to six games. The game shifted momentum following a controversial call that denied St. Louis a tying goal, ultimately leading to Vancouver's offensive surge.

The Canucks demonstrated resilience, winning consecutive games for the first time since early December, while the Blues struggled offensively, reflecting their recent form.