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The Canucks have done a good job limiting shots of late. The one position they’ve given up volume to is center. Nick Suzuki has generated multiple shots in 64% of his games this season and 68% when playing at home. This after picking up at least two shots in 71% of home games a season ago.

Rewind: Vancouver Canucks Recaps From December 30, 2024 To January 5, 2025 The Canucks were dominated from an analytics perspective during their loss to the Canadiens. Montréal held a 24-13 even-strength scoring chances advantage while also winning the even-strength high-danger scoring chances battle 8-6.

As Montreal Canadiens fans wake up the morning after the club’s 5-4 overtime win over the Vancouver Canucks on Monday (Jan. 6), they’ll notice something special: the Canadiens are officially in a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.