Abbotsford Canucks drop their sixth straight game in a tough 2-1 shootout loss to Calgary, tying a franchise record amid injuries and scoring woes.
Canucks’ Tough Stretch Continues in Calgary Showdown
The Abbotsford Canucks just can’t seem to catch a break. On Wednesday night (Oct. 29), they battled hard against the Calgary Wranglers but fell 2-1 in a tense shootout. The loss marked their sixth straight defeat, tying a franchise record that no team ever wants to touch.
Only months removed from their thrilling Calder Cup victory, the Canucks appear to be facing the dreaded championship hangover—and it’s hitting hard.
Early Lead, Late Letdown
Rookie defenseman Sawyer Mynio gave Abbotsford fans something to cheer about when he buried a power-play goal just over ten minutes into the first period. His steady play has been one of the few bright spots in an otherwise rocky start to the season.
However, Calgary wasn’t ready to back down. Daniil Miromanov leveled the score in the third, forcing the game into overtime and then a shootout. Despite solid goaltending from Jiri Patera, who stopped 29 shots, Calgary’s Matvei Gridin sealed the deal in the final round.
Abbotsford’s shooters — Vitali Kravtsov, Nils Aman, and Ty Muller — couldn’t find the back of the net. The Wranglers outshot the Canucks 30–26 overall and dominated the second period with a 9–2 advantage.
Offense Running Cold
If there’s one glaring issue right now, it’s scoring. The Canucks have managed only 13 goals in eight games, averaging just 1.63 per outing. Top center Ty Mueller, a standout last season, has yet to record a single point in seven appearances.
It’s not for lack of effort — players like Dino Kambeitz and Chase Wouters are generating chances — but finishing has been elusive.
Injuries Taking Their Toll
The team’s struggles can be traced, at least in part, to an injury crisis in Vancouver. The parent club is missing key names like Quinn Hughes, Conor Garland, Teddy Blueger, and Nils Höglander, forcing Abbotsford to send players up and down like a revolving door.
This constant shuffle has left the AHL roster thin and scrambling. With key contributors called up and emergency signings from the ECHL, Abbotsford has been forced to adapt on the fly — a challenge even for the most seasoned AHL squads.
What’s Next for the Canucks?
The Canucks return home this weekend for a two-game set against the Henderson Silver Knights (Nov. 1–2). Saturday’s matchup could be pivotal — another loss would set a new franchise record for consecutive defeats at seven.
Fans and players alike will be hoping for a reset, some healthier bodies, and maybe a little of that Calder Cup magic to return.
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