On the Forecheck · Apr 22, 2024
Nashville Predators 2, Vancouver Canucks 4: Quick start, poor finish
Apr 21, 2024; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks goalie Thatcher Demko (35) watches as defenseman Nikita Zadorov (91) checks Nashville Predators forward Luke Evangelista (77) in the second period in game one of the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-USA TODAY SportsDespite holding a pair of early leads, the Preds were largely outplayed tonight and struggled to respond once the Canucks got established. Some great play by the Canucks’ defense and skilled play by their offense sealed the Preds’ fate. Here’s a look at how it went down.