Canucks Aim for Franchise Record Against Blackhawks
A pivotal game for the Vancouver Canucks is set for Wednesday evening at Rogers Arena, where a triumph over the Chicago Blackhawks would see the team etch a new record into their franchise history. Achieving this victory would mark their 12th straight win against their long-time rivals, surpassing the earlier record of 11 consecutive victories shared with the Blackhawks, Toronto Maple Leafs, and San Jose Sharks.
Current Streak and Key Contributions
The Canucks have maintained their current streak since January 31, 2022, when they secured a solid 3-1 win at the United Center. Key contributions from that match included a game-winning goal from Brock Boeser and 20 crucial saves made by goaltender Jaroslav Halák.
Fast forward almost four years, and the Canucks have decisively outscored the Blackhawks 43 goals to 18 over the last 11 encounters, with only one match stretching beyond regulation time. Interestingly, that overtime affair occurred earlier this season, resulting in a 3-2 shootout win for Vancouver during their visit to Chicago in October, thereby establishing the franchise’s record for consecutive road wins against a single team.
All-Time Record Context
However, while the Canucks are on the brink of their own franchise milestone, they remain far from the all-time record for consecutive wins against an opponent, currently held by the Montréal Canadiens, who dominated the Washington Capitals for an astonishing 23 games between 1974 and 1978. The Capitals finally managed to break that streak with a tie on April 2, 1978.
Game Day Anticipation
Now, as the Canucks commence a four-game homestand starting with the Blackhawks, anticipation builds for what could be a memorable night. The puck is set to drop at 7:00 PM PT, and fans eagerly await to see if the Canucks can carve out a position in the annals of franchise history.
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