Canucks Face Hurricanes in Crucial NHL Matchup

The Vancouver Canucks are set to clash with the Carolina Hurricanes at the Lenovo Center on January 10, 2025, in a pivotal NHL matchup. The game, scheduled for 7 P.M., will be broadcast on Sportsnet Pacific and the FanDuel Sports Network South, with radio coverage on Sportsnet 650.

The Hurricanes, coming off a 6-3 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs, are looking to maintain their momentum. Jordan Staal‘s hat trick in the previous game has been a highlight for the team, which holds a 25-15-2 record. In contrast, the Canucks are struggling, having lost three consecutive games and holding an 18-12-10 record over their last 10 games.

Quinn Hughes, leading the Canucks with 45 points in 36 games, will be a key player to watch. The Hurricanes may rest Pyotr Kochetkov, opting for Dustin Tokarski in goal. The teams last met on October 28, 2024, with the Hurricanes securing a 4-3 overtime win, thanks to a decisive goal by Sebastian Aho.

Both teams are looking to improve their standings, with the Hurricanes ranking 6th in goals for per game and the Canucks tied for 17th. The Hurricanes also boast the top penalty kill percentage in the league at 84.9%.

This game is crucial for both teams as they aim to solidify their positions in the league standings and gain momentum as the season progresses.