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The Vancouver Canucks face the Anaheim Ducks in their final California game of the season, with Nikita Tolopilo starting in goal. Kirill Kudryavtsev makes his NHL season debut, replacing Victor Mancini, while Curtis Douglas steps in for Max Sasson.
The Vancouver Canucks play their final game in California this season as they battle the Anaheim Ducks. Sunday will be the second half of a back-to-back, with Vancouver picking up a shootout win on Saturday. Here are the lineup notes for April 12, 2026.
Starting in net will be Nikita Tolopilo. The 26-year-old will be playing in his 21st game of the season, with Sunday against the Ducks being his 18th start. This year, Tolopilo is 5-11-2 with a save percentage of .881%
As for the skaters, the Canucks will be making two changes. Defenceman Kirill Kudryavtsev will be making his NHL season debut as he comes in for Victor Mancini, while Curtis Douglas replaces Max Sasson up front. In 42 games with the Abbotsford Canucks this season, Kudryavtsev has scored two goals while recording 18 points.
Oct 28, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks defenseman Kirill Kudryavtsev (59) shoots during warm up prior to a game against the New York Rangers at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images
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Start time: 5:00 pm PT
Venue: Honda Center
Television: Sportsnet
Radio: Sportsnet 650
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Nikita Tolopilo has a record of 5-11-2 with a save percentage of .881% in his 21 games this season.
Kirill Kudryavtsev is a defenseman making his NHL season debut, having scored two goals and recorded 18 points in 42 games with the Abbotsford Canucks this season.
The Canucks are making two lineup changes: Kirill Kudryavtsev replaces Victor Mancini, and Curtis Douglas takes the place of Max Sasson.

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