Predators Aim for Second Home Win Against Canucks
The Nashville Predators have an opportunity to secure their second home victory over the Vancouver Canucks in just 11 days when the Western Conference rivals face off on Monday. This quick rematch follows the Predators' 2-1 win in Nashville earlier in October.
Historical Home Performance
Success at home against Vancouver has been challenging for Nashville. The Predators hold a record of 20-19-6 (including one tie) in 46 regular-season home games against the Canucks. Their playoff home record against Vancouver is winless at 0-6.
Vancouver’s Recent Struggles and Injuries
The Canucks have been hampered by numerous injuries in the early season, which may have contributed to Nashville's recent advantage. Vancouver's depth issues are reflected in their 2-5-0 record over the past seven games, including a 5-2 loss to the Minnesota Wild on Saturday.
Some hope for improvement comes with the possible return of star defenseman Quinn Hughes, the 2024 Norris Trophy winner, who missed four games due to a lower-body injury but traveled with the team to St. Paul, Minnesota, and might play against the Predators.
Penalty Kill Challenges
Despite their depleted roster, Vancouver has maintained effort in penalty killing. However, their success rate stands at a low 71.1% (32-for-45), ranking them near the bottom of the NHL.
"Quinn Hughes, who won the 2024 Norris Trophy, has missed four games with a lower-body injury, but the star defenseman joined the Canucks in St. Paul, Minn., and could be available to face the Predators."
Overall, Nashville seeks to build momentum at home while Vancouver hopes to overcome health setbacks and improve their defensive play.
Author’s summary: The Predators chase a second home win in a quick rematch with the injury-plagued Canucks, who struggle with depth and penalty killing but may get key defenseman Quinn Hughes back.