The Vancouver Canucks have historically struggled against the Anaheim Ducks, holding a dismal record of 1-12 straight up in their last 13 encounters. This trend continued on March 24, 2026, at Rogers Arena, where the Ducks emerged victorious once again, further solidifying their position in the Western Conference.
In the latest game, the Ducks won decisively, with Jake DeBrusk scoring his 12th power play goal of the season. The victory places the Ducks fourth in the Western Conference with a total of 82 points, while the Canucks remain at the bottom, currently 16th with only 50 points.
Elias Pettersson achieved a significant milestone during the match, reaching 500 career points. His performance included contributing to the Canucks’ power play, which successfully converted 2 out of 3 opportunities during the game.
Despite the Canucks’ efforts, including their two shutouts this season—one of which was against the Ducks—the team extended their anti-lead for last place in the NHL to 15 points following this loss.
The Ducks capped off the game with an empty-net goal, bringing their season record to 39 wins, 27 losses, and 4 overtime losses. This makes them the only team in the Pacific Division with more wins than losses.
Fans expressed mixed feelings about the game, with one Ducks supporter hoping, “We just hope they don’t get shut out.” Meanwhile, a store assistant simply wished everyone to “Enjoy the game.”
Pettersson commented on the team’s performance, stating, “I think we moved it well. When we have a look, we take it: a few passes, attack, get the puck back.” His insights reflect the Canucks’ strategy despite their ongoing struggles against the Ducks.
As the season progresses, observers will be watching closely to see how both teams adapt and respond to their current standings. The Ducks, buoyed by their recent success, will look to maintain their momentum, while the Canucks will need to regroup and find a way to improve their performance in the coming games.
