Nashville 5, Vancouver 3: Predators Extend Win Streak to Seven, Canucks Drop Fourth Straight
Nashville's Offense Explodes in Third Period
The Nashville Predators exploded for four goals in the third period to defeat the Vancouver Canucks 5-3 on Tuesday night at Bridgestone Arena. The Predators have now won seven straight games, while the Canucks have lost four in a row.
Filip Forsberg led the way for Nashville with two goals and an assist. Mikael Granlund, Matt Duchene, and Ryan Johansen also scored for the Predators.
Elias Pettersson, Brock Boeser, and Conor Garland scored for the Canucks.
Canucks Struggle to Keep Up
The Canucks were outshot 39-23 by the Predators and were unable to keep up with Nashville's speed and physicality.
Vancouver's power play was also ineffective, going 0-for-4 on the night.
The Canucks are now 1-4-1 in their last six games and are in danger of falling out of the playoff race.
Predators Continue to Roll
The Predators, on the other hand, are rolling right now.
Nashville has won seven straight games and is now tied with the Colorado Avalanche for the most points in the NHL.
The Predators are getting contributions from all over their lineup, and they are playing with a lot of confidence.
What's Next?
The Predators will host the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday night, while the Canucks will travel to Edmonton to face the Oilers on Friday night.