Canucks Edge Ducks 5-4 in High-Scoring Affair

On November 26, 2025, the Vancouver Canucks defeated the Anaheim Ducks 5-4 at Honda Center, snapping a three-game losing streak. This matchup marked the first of four meetings between the two Pacific Division rivals this season. The Canucks improved their record to 10-12-2, while the Ducks fell to 14-8-1.

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The Canucks opened the scoring at 9:49 of the first period with a goal from Linus Karlsson, who capitalized on a rebound off the boards. Evander Kane doubled the lead with a power-play goal at 11:47. The Ducks responded quickly, with Jackson LaCombe scoring just nine seconds into the second period, narrowing the gap to 2-1. Conor Garland restored Vancouver's two-goal lead at 9:04, but the Ducks tied the game at 3-3 by the end of the second period with goals from Leo Carlsson and Mason McTavish.

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In the third period, Max Sasson scored the go-ahead goal for the Canucks at 15:58, tipping a shot from Filip Hronek. Drew O’Connor added an empty-net goal at 18:08, giving Vancouver a 5-3 lead. Cutter Gauthier pulled the Ducks within one with a goal at 19:53, but the Canucks held on for the win.

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Nikita Tolopilo, making his first NHL start of the season, was instrumental in the victory, recording 37 saves. Max Sasson contributed significantly with a goal and an assist, while Tom Willander and Filip Hronek each had two assists. For the Ducks, Jackson LaCombe had a goal and two assists, and Cutter Gauthier scored his 14th goal of the season.

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Canucks head coach Adam Foote praised Tolopilo's performance, stating, “I just thought he was firm... he didn’t seem nervous.” Max Sasson highlighted the team's resilience, noting, “In the third, we started getting pucks in and letting our guys do their thing up top.”

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Ducks coach Joel Quenneville expressed disappointment in his team's defensive coverage, particularly on the final goal, saying, “I didn’t like the way the last one went in with our coverage in front.”

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Despite the victory, the Canucks' defensive lapses were evident, as they allowed four goals and were outshot 41-28. Critics pointed out that the team's inconsistency remains a concern, especially with their recent struggles leading up to this game.

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The Canucks continue their four-game road trip with a matchup against the San Jose Sharks on November 29, while the Ducks will host the Los Angeles Kings on the same day. Both teams are looking to solidify their standings in the competitive Pacific Division.

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This high-scoring contest showcased the offensive capabilities of both teams, with the Canucks managing to secure a crucial win against a division rival. The performance of Tolopilo and the contributions from key players like Sasson and Hronek were pivotal in this exciting matchup.

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