Canucks Conversation Nov. 18: Canucks shoot 33% but lose 8-5 ft. Jeff Paterson (ep. 909)
Nov 18, 2025
Jeff Paterson, a seasoned hockey reporter, joins the conversation to dive deep into the Canucks' recent 8-5 loss. He highlights their alarming defensive issues, questioning whether the current system fits the team's personnel. Paterson elaborates on Yuri Patera's goaltending struggles and the implications of player performance on the overall defense. He also touches on Elias Pettersson's revitalized offense, the need for defensive reconfigurations, and the impact of upcoming games on the teamâs future.
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Unusual High Shooting Percent Loss
- The Canucks shot 33% and still lost 8-5, an extremely rare combination showing skewed results from few shots.
- Historical data shows high team shooting percentages usually occur in wins, making this loss notable.
Problems Are Structural, Not Lazy Play
- Harman Dial argues the Canucks' issues are structural, not a work-ethic problem, pointing to systemic defensive breakdowns.
- Even against a weakened Florida team, Vancouver's defensive collapse was severe and revealing.
Defense Metrics Paint A Grim Picture
- Jeff Paterson and Harman highlight season-wide defensive metrics: Canucks rank near last in shots against and expected goals.
- Their penalty kill is worst in the NHL, and five-on-five defense metrics are alarmingly poor.