NHL Midseason Shockers: Which Teams Are Soaring and Which Are Stumbling as Playoffs Loom?
Vancouver Canucks: F
The Canucks lost their ninth consecutive game Thursday night in Columbus. One more loss would match Vancouver’s longest winless streak since 1997-98, and the franchise record (13 games, 1973-74) is very much in sight. The Canucks have played uninspired hockey, traded their franchise player, have been beset by injuries and rank 32nd in the NHL by points percentage — where they’re likely to stay over the balance of the season. — Thomas Drance
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Vegas Golden Knights: B-
By every statistical measure, the Golden Knights have been middling this season. They’re seventh in goals per game and 20th in goals against. Their recent five-game win streak was desperately needed after they had lost eight of their previous nine games. The only reason Vegas’ grade gets bumped from a C to a B-minus is because it still somehow remains atop the Pacific Division. — Jesse Granger
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