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Wild extend November run to 11-1-2 after a pivotal players-only meeting and Zuccarello’s return.
Kaprizov has stepped up with nine goals in the 11-game point streak and big game winners.
Eriksson Ek’s shutdown line has limited chances against top opponents and improved team defense.
Zuccarello’s presence energized the locker room and helped fit players into better roles.
Wallstedt and Gustavsson rotation has stabilized goaltending after October’s instability.
The team tightened up defensively, cutting five-on-five goals against and improving PK success.
Kaprizov’s improved compete level has helped him regain strong form alongside Boldy.
Boldy has surged with 10 goals and 16 points in 12 games, anchoring the offense.
The Wild benefited from younger players stepping in, including Yurov and Faber, supporting the veteran core.
The team’s identity includes physical play, strong structure, and timely scoring across lines.
Secondary scoring remains a question, but strategic line combos have provided depth.

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The Canucks For Kids Fund launched a Giving Tuesday 50/50 raffle to support BC charities.
Proceeds benefit CFKF partners, including Canucks Autism Network and BC Children’s Hospital Foundation.
Fans can buy online tickets in multiple packs, with a 50% take-home prize.
Online tickets are restricted to fans located in British Columbia and 19+ to play.
A separate online fundraising campaign supports CFKF with tax receipts for donors.
GivingTuesday is described as a global generosity movement encouraging giving and collaboration.
CFKF has a 39-year history of supporting BC charities with over $114 million granted.
The raffle proceeds benefit CFKF’s community initiatives across British Columbia.
The raffle runs during a Canucks road game against the Colorado Avalanche.
Ticket options include multiple packs, such as 500 Tickets for $100 and 5 Tickets for $10.

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Höglander returned to practice in a non-contact jersey, signaling continued progress toward a eventual return to game action while remaining in the recovery phase.
Canucks coach Foote emphasizes that Colorado’s speed demands sharp neutral-zone play to limit transition opportunities.
Colorado enters this matchup with standout scoring and solid defense, leading the league in goals for and ranking among top in fewest goals against.
Nathan MacKinnon remains the league’s scoring leader, boasting 20 goals and 44 points this season.
Vancouver’s recent contributors—Hronek, Kane, Pettersson, Willander, and Karlsson—have been sizable sources of offense over the last five games.
Tuesday’s 6:00 p.m. PT game against Colorado is broadcast on Sportsnet, with radio coverage on Sportsnet 650.
Colorado has been dominant when leading late, including a 15-0-0 mark when leading at the second intermission and strong third-period production.
Höglander’s return is framed as a morale boost for Vancouver and a positive sign in practice, according to Foote.
The Canucks’ California swing concluded with a road trip wrap, setting the stage for a remaining schedule that includes a showdown with the Avalanche.
Colorado’s recent results underscore its high-scoring, high-confidence offense led by Nathan MacKinnon with significant support from top forwards and defensemen.

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Makar is highlighted as the potential first defenseman since 2000 to win the Hart Trophy amid a strong Avalanche season.
Analysts cite long-running bias toward forwards as a hurdle for defensemen seeking Hart consideration.
Sidney Crosby notes the lack of a statistic for defensive work complicates Hart voting.
Former players explain that the Hart often rewards forwards with higher point totals rather than defensive impact.
Pronger and Doughty advocate for Makar as a premier two-way talent capable of driving a team.
Pronger cautions that even a top defenseman must overcome voting habits that favor forwards.
Makar emphasizes Cup focus, while acknowledging awards may follow team success.
The Athletic piece notes Roman Josi’s 2022 first-place Hart votes as a precedent for defensemen near the top.
The article compares Makar to MacKinnon to illustrate how teammates can affect Hart voting.

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