The Canucks are playing a much better brand of hockey under their new coach. The return of Demko in net has solidified the goalie situation. They lost against Vegas , and were called out for giveaways, but generally the defense and PK have been very much improved. They are also 5-1 in recent home games, getting solid offense, and have been deadly in scoring short-handed lately.

The Sharks are 1-9 and seem destined for dead last this season. They generally haven't been scoring much, although they managed 4 goals against the Oilers. Goalie Kahkonen has lost 9 straight games, giving up more than four goals a game.

The Canucks are better than they have been all season, and seem to be enjoying themselves after a very turbulent season. It won't do much for their draft placing, but they are playing like they have something to prove. Take Vancouver to win again at home.