The Stats Behind Game #80: Canucks 4, Ducks 3 (OT)

Q: What were the key statistics from the Canucks vs. Ducks game on April 12, 2026?

The Ducks had 28 even-strength scoring chances compared to the Canucks' 13, and high-danger chances were 12-7 in favor of Anaheim.

Q: Who was the standout player in the Canucks' overtime win against the Ducks?

Tolopilo was the standout player, stopping nine of ten high-danger shots he faced during the game.

Q: How did the Canucks score their goals in the game against the Ducks?

The Canucks scored two goals on the power play and one shorthanded, with two goals coming from right in front of the crease.

Welcome to this edition of the Vancouver Canucks post-game analytics report. This recurring deep dive breaks down the analytics behind each Canucks game as recorded by Natural Stat Trick. In this article, we look back on Vancouver’s most recent 4–3 overtime win against the Anaheim Ducks.

The Ducks were by far the better team on Sunday from an analytics perspective. Anaheim won the even-strength scoring chances battle 28-13 while also picking up a win for even-strength high-danger scoring chances created by a count of 12-7. In the end, though, the Canucks' ability to not just score twice on the power play, but also once shorthanded, made the difference as Vancouver skated away with a win.

As for the heatmap, both teams crashed the net hard all night. Two of the Canucks' goals were scored from right in front of the crease, while the Ducks buried two from close range. In the end, Tolopilo was the difference maker as he stopped nine of 10 high-danger shots he faced.

Vancouver Canucks vs. Anaheim Ducks, April 12, 2026, Natural Stat Trick.

To wrap this win up, Curtis Douglas had what many call a legacy goal. He scored his first career goal, won a fight and led Vancouver with an even-strength xGF% of 78.24. While he has only been with the organization for a few weeks, Douglas has already become a fan favourite and someone that many would like to see re-signed this off-season.

The Canucks return home on Tuesday to play their final home game of the season. Their opponent will be the Los Angeles Kings, who are looking to secure a playoff spot. Game time is scheduled for 7:00 pm PT.

Apr 12, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Vancouver Canucks center Teddy Blueger (53) fights with Anaheim Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas (7) during the first period at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Corinne Votaw-Imagn Images

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