Vancouver Canucks and Goldeneyes Struggle at Bottom of Standings

Vancouver's hockey scene is facing unprecedented turmoil as both the Vancouver Canucks and the PWHL's Goldeneyes sit at the bottom of their respective league standings. According to The Hockey News, this is the first time in the three-year history of the NHL and PWHL co-existing that two teams in the same market have occupied last place simultaneously.

The Canucks are struggling with a league-worst 37 points through 46 games and a goal differential of minus-41, having lost five straight games. The situation worsened with the recent trade of captain Quinn Hughes to the Minnesota Wild, marking the end of an era for the team.

Meanwhile, the Goldeneyes, despite entering the season with high expectations, are underperforming with a record of four wins, seven losses, and an overtime loss, leaving them last in the PWHL standings.

The team has struggled offensively, averaging only 1.75 goals per game and dealing with injuries, including a significant loss with Sarah Nurse moving to LTIR. Coach Brian Idalski noted the team's ongoing identity crisis and inconsistency as key challenges.

Despite the bleak performance, both franchises maintain strong fan support, with the Canucks ranking fifth in NHL attendance and the Goldeneyes leading in PWHL attendance. Moving forward, both teams face uncertain futures, with the Canucks in a prolonged rebuild and the Goldeneyes having a more favorable timeline to rebound in their inaugural season.