The Predators and Canucks both entered this game desperate for a win, having each lost seven of their last eight—the Canucks’ lone win came against the Preds earlier this month, while the Preds were able to defeat the Detroit Red Wings on the road. Both teams needed a win, but only one could get it. It would not be the one we wanted to get it.
The Preds got out to a decent start, not giving up a goal in the first eighteen seconds, or shift, or minute. Adam Gaudette took an early penalty for Vancouver and noted goal-scorer Nick Bonino came close to converting on the power play, but no joy.