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Canadian NHL Teams Panic Amid Poor Standings, Injuries

11/26/2025

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Elliotte Friedman, a Sportsnet writer, said on a recent podcast that Canadian NHL teams face 'real panic' due to their low standings, with the Calgary Flames at 31st and the Vancouver Canucks at 30th.
In contrast, the Ottawa Senators are performing well and in playoff position.
Injuries affect several teams, including Auston Matthews and Brady Tkachuk.
Despite these challenges, Canadian players are excelling, with the league's top scorers predominantly Canadian.

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Story summary

Elliotte Friedman, a Sportsnet writer, said on a recent podcast that Canadian NHL teams face 'real panic' due to their low standings, with the Calgary Flames at 31st and the Vancouver Canucks at 30th.
In contrast, the Ottawa Senators are performing well and in playoff position.
Injuries affect several teams, including Auston Matthews and Brady Tkachuk.
Despite these challenges, Canadian players are excelling, with the league's top scorers predominantly Canadian.