Canucks Conversation Nov. 19: A deep dive on Elias Pettersson's game + Canucks practice (ep. 910)
Nov 19, 2025
The hosts delve into Elias Pettersson's impressive November, highlighting his work ethic and leadership on the ice. There's a fascinating analysis of his scoring ability, including heightened shot velocity and decisive finishes. Injury updates provide context for the team's struggles, while discussions on defensive strategies and practice focus under Adam Foote reveal insights into their preparations. They also touch on intriguing draft prospects and reflect on past picks, celebrating the emergence of young stars in the league.
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Key Injury Updates Impact Lineup
- Connor Garland returned to full practice and will be available for the next game, strengthening the top-six forward group.
- Derek Forbert remains out with setbacks and Nils Höglander is trending toward a late November/December return.
Practice Shifted Toward Defensive Basics
- Adam Foote emphasized tight defensive habits, net-front coverage and getting under sticks at practice.
- Practice focus aimed to correct turnovers and high goals-against from the recent road trip.
Pettersson's Effort Rebuilt Trust
- Elias Pettersson is showing a higher work rate and sacrifice defensively, earning locker-room respect.
- That effort matters for team culture whether the Canucks rebuild or stay competitive.
