Vancouver Canucks Clinch Pacific Division Title, Head to Playoffs
Canucks Beat Flames 4-1 to Secure Playoff Spot
The Vancouver Canucks are heading back to the playoffs as Pacific Division champions after defeating the Calgary Flames 4-1 on Tuesday night.
Playoff Push
The Canucks clinched the division title with the victory, finishing the regular season with a record of 51-21-8. They will now face the Edmonton Oilers in the first round of the playoffs, which begin on Wednesday night at Rogers Place.
Demko's Return
Thatcher Demko made his first start since March 28 in Tuesday's game, stopping 39 of 40 shots to earn the win. The Canucks' goaltender has been a key part of their success this season, posting a goals-against average of 2.45 and a save percentage of .926.
Division Dominance
The Canucks' Pacific Division title is their first since the 2010-11 season. They have been one of the most consistent teams in the NHL over the past few years, reaching the playoffs in each of the past seven seasons.
Playoff Preview
The Canucks will be looking to make a deep playoff run this year after being eliminated in the second round last season. They will face a tough test in the first round against the Oilers, who finished second in the Pacific Division with a record of 49-27-6.
The puck drops for Game 1 of the Canucks-Oilers series on Wednesday night at 8:00 p.m. PT.
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