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CBC
2 hours ago
- Sport
- CBC
South Asian players from Surrey, B.C., score pivotal goals for pro teams
Over the weekend, Jujhar Khaira and Arshdeep Bains scored goals for the Abbotsford Canucks to get them into their first Calder Cup final, while Jeevan Badwal scored a pivotal goal for the Vancouver Whitecaps in their win over the Seattle Sounders. Dampy Brar from South Asian Hockey and Randip Janda from Sportsnet say the weekend will inspire the Punjabi diaspora the world over.
National Post
8 hours ago
- Sport
- National Post
Abbotsford Canucks: How Max Sasson savoured the biggest goal of his career
Max Sasson's heightened level of resolve was already a good story. Article content Undrafted and undaunted to carve out a pro hockey career is a good book of work that includes his first NHL game and then his first goal with the Vancouver Canucks earlier this NHL season. Article content Article content However, the latest chapter is also a must-read. The amiable Abbotsford Canucks centre, who struggled to score in the AHL Western Conference final series, finally found the back of the net when it mattered the most Sunday in Game 6 against the Texas Stars. Article content Sasson snapped a 2-2 draw midway through the final period with a deft deflection of a point shot by Akito Hirose to send the Abbotsford Centre crowd into a frenzy. And when Arshdeep Bains scored his second of the night into an empty net, the Canucks punched their ticket to the best-of-seven Calder Cup final against the Charlotte Checkers. It opens Friday in North Carolina. Article content Sasson's exuberant goal celebration was highlight-reel material because of its impact. Bigger than his first NHL game on Nov. 23, 2024, in which he had an assist, and bigger than his first goal a few weeks later on Dec. 14. How high does Sunday's marker rank? Article content 'It's got to be No. 1,' said the 24-year-old Sasson. 'I've been pretty snake-bitten. I've had a lot of shots and for one to go in at that moment, it felt really, really good. Obviously, a massive goal for the team. When we get a lead in the third we're a really hard team to break down with our structure.' Article content Article content Which, of course, prompted the big fist pump after Sasson's decisive goal. It was his first in seven games and fourth of the post-season. He had 13 goals in 41 regular-season outings because he's adept at tipping pucks. Article content Article content 'I just let it all out,' he said of the celly. 'It felt like the monkey was off my back, and the crowd was insane, just the whole place. I kept on looking around and 'wow'. That was so cool.' Article content Sasson was so caught up in the post-game celebration that he wanted to touch the conference final championship trophy, which of course is a no-no for any team with higher aspirations, so the traditional team photograph had to suffice. Article content 'Chase (captain Wouters) let us know we're not touching it,' laughed Sasson of getting his mitts on the Clarke Trophy. 'But I wanted to touch it pretty bad. I haven't won much and I just pretended to almost touch it just to mock him a little bit. But, yeah, we're looking for the next one (Calder Cup).'
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Abbotsford Canucks Need Their Stars To Shine If They Are Going To Advance To The 2025 Western Conference Final
The Abbotsford Canucks are one win away from history. If they can defeat the Colorado Eagles on Monday, Abbotsford will qualify for its first-ever AHL Western Conference Final. Ultimately, this is a big moment for not just the organization, as it shows that the Vancouver Canucks have built a strong prospect poll that can win at the AHL level. Latest From THN's Vancouver Canucks Site: Canucks Prospect Basile Sansonnens & The Rimouski Océanic Fall To The London Knights 3-1 At The 2025 Memorial Cup Canucks' Conor Garland And Drew O'Connor Win Gold, Marcus Pettersson Wins Bronze At 2025 IIHF Worlds Vancouver Canucks Draft Class Throwback: 2020 If the Canucks are going to advance, they need their top players to be at their best. Despite Abbotsford skaters having strong individual performances throughout the 2025 Calder Cup Playoffs, only Sammy Blais is at a point per game, while Linus Karlsson is the only skater with over three goals during the 11 games. Yes, depth scoring is important, but at this stage, the Canucks need one of their stars to take over the game and lead them to victory. The first skater who needs to have a big game is Max Sasson. The 24-year-old has been one of Abbotsford's best players all playoffs, but only has three goals and six points in 11 games. If Sasson can once again get at least three shots on net, there is a good chance he finds his way onto the scoresheet in Game 5. Next up is Arshdeep Bains, who is still looking for his first goal of the post-season. While Bains has been active offensively with five assists, going 11 games without a goal is surprising. Ultimately, the key for Bains may be getting every puck he can on net in order to break his scoring slump. Lastly, Victor Mancini will need to have a strong performance in this win-or-go-home Game 5. The 23-year-old has been Abbotsford's best defenceman throughout the post-season, and is already up to five points in 11 games. If Mancini can continue to have an impact at both ends of the ice, it will go a long way in helping the Canucks punch their ticket to the next round. Ultimately, Abbotsford needs its stars to step up if it is going to win Game 5. As mentioned, the Canucks have done a great job spreading the offence around the lineup during the playoffs, but these types of moments often require big performances from top-of-the-lineup players. In the end, Abbotsford has created a competitive roster that, with stellar performances from its best players, could be on its way to face the Texas Stars in the Western Conference Final. Make sure you bookmark THN's Vancouver Canucks site and add us to your favourites on Google News for the latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns, and so much more. Also, be sure to leave a comment at the bottom of the page and engage with other passionate fans through our forum.
CBC
14-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CBC
Celebrate cinema and social impact with CBC at Sundar Prize Film Festival
CBC is a proud partner of the 2nd Annual Sundar Prize Film Festival – an inspiring celebration of cinema that sparks meaningful conversations, amplifies underrepresented voices, and champions social impact. From April 10 to 13, 2025 at SFU Surrey and Landmark Cinemas Guildford, this festival will feature a diverse slate of 54 films, panels, and special events that shine a light on stories of empowerment and transformation. This year's four-day festival centres around the theme "Life in Motion: Journeys of Growth and Discovery." Highlights include a Vaisakhi Special Screening featuring Vancouver Canucks player Arshdeep Bains, multiple 2SLGBTQ+ films, a compelling Indigenous spotlight, and more. Join CBC's Baneet Braich on Sunday, April 13 at the screening of —an inspiring documentary that showcases the power of Indigenous leadership in restoring sustainable farming practices.
