Hockey

Canucks Rally Past Predators in Shootout Thriller

by
Richard Hayes
March 13, 2026

The Vancouver Canucks executed a dramatic comeback on Thursday night, overcoming a two-goal deficit to defeat the Nashville Predators 4-3 in a shootout at Rogers Arena. The Predators, who had taken control of the game early, found themselves unable to secure the win as the Canucks rallied in the final moments of regulation.

Tyson Jost was a standout for Nashville, netting two goals and marking his first multi-goal game since May 2021, when he played for the Colorado Avalanche. His offensive prowess, combined with Matthew Wood’s 14th goal of the season, initially gave the Predators a 3-1 lead. Wood’s goal, a fortunate deflection off Vancouver’s Liam Öhgren, showcased Nashville’s ability to capitalize on opportunities.

However, the tide turned in the third period. Marco Rossi’s rebound goal narrowed the Predators’ lead to one, setting the stage for a nail-biting conclusion. With just a minute remaining and the extra attacker on the ice, Filip Hronek found the back of the net to equalize, sending the game into a shootout.

In the shootout, Nashville’s Ryan O’Reilly, Filip Forsberg, and Steven Stamkos were unable to convert. Jake DeBrusk scored the sole goal for the Canucks, sealing Nashville’s first shootout loss of the season. This defeat marks the Predators’ fifth consecutive loss in overtime or shootout scenarios.

Despite the loss, Juuse Saros delivered a commendable performance, turning aside 24 of 27 shots. He faced a barrage of shots early on, as the Predators were outshot 12-5 in the first period, but his timely saves kept Nashville in contention.

Currently sitting at 67 points, the Predators are locked in a three-way tie with Seattle and Los Angeles for playoff positioning. However, with the most losses among the trio, they are at a disadvantage in tiebreakers. A win on Sunday against the Edmonton Oilers could be crucial as they continue their quest for a postseason berth.

Note: This recap is an independently written summary based on publicly available reporting.

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Richard Hayes

Richard Hayes is the go-to writer for all things soccer at 21Sports.com. His international perspective and in-depth knowledge of the game have made him a trusted voice in the industry. Richard’s experience covering major leagues around the world allows him to offer unique insights that resonate with both casual fans and die-hard enthusiasts. When not covering matches, Richard enjoys coaching youth soccer in his community.