Vancouver Canucks Beat Panthers: 10 Thoughts

Jan 11, 2016; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Daniel Sedin (not pictured) scores against Florida Panthers goaltender Roberto Luongo (1) during overtime at Rogers Arena. The Vancouver Canucks won 3-2 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Anne-Marie Sorvin-USA TODAY Sports /

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5. Playing up to the Occasion

I think the Canucks might do well in the playoffs. Provided that they get there.

The Canucks played streak breaker the second time, against the Montreal Canadiens and their nine-game unbeaten streak earlier in the year, and now the Panthers’ 12-game winning streak.

They are also feeding off the emotion of the game and the crowd. In feisty home returns for Eddie Lack and Roberto Luongo, the Canucks were able to ruin their homecomings for two points each game. When Kevin Bieksa visited as an Anaheim Duck, the Canucks held on for a loser’s point.

Next: Week 15 Outlook, Predictions

Playing to the occasion and upping the game on these occasions gives us hope. The Canucks could fly high come playoffs, and more immediately, against the mighty Washington Capitals this week.

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