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Abbotsford Canucks Defeat Texas Stars, Advance To Calder Cup Finals
The Abbotsford Canucks have eliminated the Texas Stars and advanced to the Calder Cup Finals where they will take on the Charlotte Checkers. The Canucks captured the Robert W. Clarke as Western Conference Champions with a 4-2 win in game six. Advertisement Goaltender Arturs Silovs continued his fantastic playoff run with a .917 SP, 2.28 GAA, and one shutout in the series, he has a .929 SP, 1.94 GAA, and 12-5 record with five shutouts in the playoffs. He made 23 stops in game six. There was a bizarre sequence early in the game when Sammy Blais thought he had opened the scoring, during the confusion several players stopped playing and Texas went down the ice and scored. After scoring his first goal of the playoffs in game five Arshdeep Bains scored twice in game six, he and Linus Karlsson led the team with seven points each in the Conference Finals. Jujhar Khaira scored his third of the playoffs before Max Sasson scored his first of the series midway through the third in what ended up being the game winner. Advertisement The Canucks' defense core had a stellar series, veteran Christian Wolanin formed a great pairing with Victor Mancini while Guillaume Brisebois continued to perform in all situations. In a series that had three overtime games and a 1-0 game Abbotsford showed their comfort under pressure and ability to grind out different types of games. Despite boasting the two top point scorers of the playoffs in Cameron Hughes (19) and Justin Hryckowian (18) the Stars could not solve the Abbotsford defense. Harrison Scott scored his first career professional goal for the Stars in one of their few bright spots in game six. Advertisement Goaltender Magnus Hellberg earned the start after entering the game in relief in game four, he was under fire all game and made 36 saves on 39 shots. The Stars had a great campaign and it will be fascinating to see the roster they return with next season as several players are pending free agents or have earned promotions. The 87th Calder Cup gets underway on June 13 in North Carolina. Keep an eye on The Hockey News' Vancouver Canucks team site for on the ground coverage of the Abbotsford Canucks. Make sure you bookmark The Hockey News' AHL Page for the latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns and so much more. Photo Credit: © Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images
National Post
02-06-2025
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Abbotsford Canucks Live: It's a 5 p.m., Game 3 in Texas with Abby up 2-0 in series
Article content Everything is bigger in Texas. Article content Article content Houses are huge. Food portions are gigantic. And so is the appetite for sports. Article content Egos and expectations could easily be the state slogan because sports spectacles aren't just something, they mean everything in a place where the only thing that matters is winning. Article content For the Texas Stars, who trail the Abbotsford Canucks 2-0 in the best-of-seven AHL Western Conference finals, it's must-win desperation tonight in their home arena at Cedar Park, a 20-kilometre drive north of bustling Austin. Article content If the Stars expect to stage a series rally and take the next step to claiming their second Calder Cup championship in 11 years — former Canucks bench boss Willie Desjardins was at the helm in a 2014 title season — they'll have to get past standout stopper Arturs Silovs. Article content He's on the cusp of equalling another AHL playoff record and is in constant about his NHL future. Article content Silovs, 24, who made 29 saves Saturday in a 1-0 blanking of the Stars in Abbotsford, has five post-season shutouts to go with his league-leading 1.61 goals-against average and .941 saves percentage. The shutout record of six is held by former Canucks goaltender Mika Noronen, who established the mark by backstopping the Rochester Americans to the league crown in 2000. Article content Article content 'It's our game overall,' Silovs said of Abbotsford's playoff progression. 'We're getting better every single game by doing the right things by blocking shots and taking guys away from the net front. And we're doing a good job on the PK with guys sacrificing their bodies. Article content Article content 'It's a team effort. We have big confidence and we've put them (Stars) on the ropes.' Article content Article content Noronen played just four games for Vancouver after being acquired at the 2006 NHL trade deadline. In his first appearance, he was bombed in a 5-0 loss to the Nashville Predators. Noronen then signed in Russia as opposed to serving as backup to workhorse Roberto Luongo. Article content As for tonight, the Stars now need Justin Hryckowian and former Canuck Kole Lind, who have seven playoff goals apiece, to strike early. They'll also need leadership from hockey-lifer Curtis McKenzie, 34, who has four playoff goals and was 22 when the Stars won the AHL title in 2014. He had a career high 27 goals that season. Article content The Golden, B.C. native was a sixth-round pick of the NHL Stars in 2009 and had 23 points (10-13) and 131 penalty minutes in 99 games. Article content The Canucks have scored by committee in the post-season. While winger Linus Karlsson leads the club with seven goals, they've also got eight from defencemen. Article content Article content
The Province
02-06-2025
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Abbotsford Canucks Live: It's a 5 p.m., Game 3 in Texas with Abby up 2-0 in series
Follow this story for latest score and highlights as the Abbotsford Canucks are on the road for Game 3 of the AHL Western Conference finals Follow the live updates as Arturs Silovs and the Abbotsford Canucks take on the Texas Stars tonight for Game 3 of the AHL semifinals. Photo by Abbotsford Canucks Everything is bigger in Texas. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. 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Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Houses are huge. Food portions are gigantic. And so is the appetite for sports. Egos and expectations could easily be the state slogan because sports spectacles aren't just something, they mean everything in a place where the only thing that matters is winning. For the Texas Stars, who trail the Abbotsford Canucks 2-0 in the best-of-seven AHL Western Conference finals, it's must-win desperation tonight in their home arena at Cedar Park, a 20-kilometre drive north of bustling Austin. If the Stars expect to stage a series rally and take the next step to claiming their second Calder Cup championship in 11 years — former Canucks bench boss Willie Desjardins was at the helm in a 2014 title season — they'll have to get past standout stopper Arturs Silovs. Essential reading for hockey fans who eat, sleep, Canucks, repeat. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. He's on the cusp of equalling another AHL playoff record and is in constant about his NHL future. Silovs, 24, who made 29 saves Saturday in a 1-0 blanking of the Stars in Abbotsford, has five post-season shutouts to go with his league-leading 1.61 goals-against average and .941 saves percentage. The shutout record of six is held by former Canucks goaltender Mika Noronen, who established the mark by backstopping the Rochester Americans to the league crown in 2000. Abbotsford Canucls stopper Arturs Silovs has five AHL playoff shutouts this spring, one short of the league record. Photo by Abbotsford Canucks 'It's our game overall,' Silovs said of Abbotsford's playoff progression. 'We're getting better every single game by doing the right things by blocking shots and taking guys away from the net front. And we're doing a good job on the PK with guys sacrificing their bodies. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'It's a team effort. We have big confidence and we've put them (Stars) on the ropes.' Noronen played just four games for Vancouver after being acquired at the 2006 NHL trade deadline. In his first appearance, he was bombed in a 5-0 loss to the Nashville Predators. Noronen then signed in Russia as opposed to serving as backup to workhorse Roberto Luongo. As for tonight, the Stars now need Justin Hryckowian and former Canuck Kole Lind, who have seven playoff goals apiece, to strike early. They'll also need leadership from hockey-lifer Curtis McKenzie, 34, who has four playoff goals and was 22 when the Stars won the AHL title in 2014. He had a career high 27 goals that season. The Golden, B.C. native was a sixth-round pick of the NHL Stars in 2009 and had 23 points (10-13) and 131 penalty minutes in 99 games. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The Canucks have scored by committee in the post-season. While winger Linus Karlsson leads the club with seven goals, they've also got eight from defencemen. More to come … If you aren't able to watch, scroll down for the play-by-play updates from tonight's game, including the latest score. Refresh the page to get the latest update. 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Vancouver Sun
28-05-2025
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- Vancouver Sun
Canucks: Arturs Silovs' playoff acclaim means much more in big picture
We have seen this movie play out before on the biggest stage to critical acclaim. Arturs Silovs has always had a flair for the dramatic, and his performance in a 1-0 blanking of the Nashville Predators last May sent the Vancouver Canucks to the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs. It also sent a message because at 23 years and 42 days, the lanky Latvian became the youngest franchise stopper to post a shutout. And even though the Canucks then fell in seven games to the Edmonton Oilers — overshadowing a 42-save win by Silovs in Game 3 — it was a sign of encouraging times. On Monday, Silovs sent another reminder that resiliency and resolve will eventually punch his ticket to the NHL. Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. He became just the fourth AHL goalie to post four post-season shutouts in a 5-0 victory over the Colorado Eagles to advance to the Western Conference final for the first time in franchise history. The best-of-seven series against the Texas Stars opens Thursday at the Abbotsford Centre. What really stands out is that Silovs equalled the shutout record in only a dozen games. It took Frederic Cassivi of the Hershey Bears 21 games in 2006 to hit that mark. Michal Neuvirth of the Bears needed 22 games in 2009, and Petr Mrazek of the Grand Rapids Griffins required 24 games in 2013. If that isn't enough, three of the playoff blankings by Silovs this spring were series clinchers against the Tucson Roadrunners, Coachella Valley Firebirds and Colorado Eagles. Is this a product of the player, coaching, or the club playing better defensively in front of Silovs? The Riga, Latvia native, who is now 24, is also first in AHL playoff save percentage at .936 and second in goals-against average at 1.73. 'He's always been a big-moment goalie,' Kevin Woodley of InGoal Magazine told Postmedia on Tuesday. 'He's always had high skill on in-tight stuff and laterals, but I'm not sure how much AHL teams would go after the elements he had struggled with (screens especially). 'So, it's really hard to say how much of it is him getting better versus environment.' Silovs rode a rollercoaster of NHL struggles and AHL success this season in a rite of passage for the demanding position. He appears on the right trajectory because his demeanour has always matched determination. The parent club's pecking order of Thatcher Demko , 29, and Kevin Lankinen, 30, splitting the cage next season is a foundation to get the Canucks back to the playoffs. Demko must stay healthy on his expiring five-year $25-million US extension to give management the confidence that the pending unrestricted free agent is worthy of reasonable salary and term. All that isn't a psychological setback for Silovs. It's incentive to improve, even at the AHL level, because you can never have enough capable stoppers. 'Games like that (AHL) are chaotic and you have to battle,' said Silovs. 'Technique is one thing, but there are unexpected rebounds and turnovers and it makes your awareness better. You get sharper.' Silovs had a chaotic start to this season. He was suspect in a season opening 6-5 overtime loss to the Calgary Flames on home ice, a nervous night when the Canucks blew leads of 3-0 and 4-1. It wasn't any better on a spooky 6-0 Halloween drubbing by the New Jersey Devils in which Silovs faced just 22 shots. He had to learn to calm down an aggressive and acrobatic game, control rebounds and track pucks better from a distance. 'You grind through,' stressed Silovs. 'You practise every single day and do your best and just wait for your chance.' Silovs did have a solid outing Nov. 16 at the United Centre in Chicago. He made 28 saves in a 4-1 win over the Blackhawks as the Canucks had just 14 shots. They also paraded to the penalty box and forced Silovs to make six short-handed saves and 11 total in the opening frame. He wasn't beaten until the 16th shot. Still, Silovs finished the NHL portion of his season at 2-6-1 with a bloated 3.65 GAA and lowly .861 saves percentage. His numbers in the AHL were much better and included a string of eight wins in nine outings. It led to a 14-5-1 mark, 2.41 GAA and .908 saves percentage. 'Everybody has seen what he's capable of,' said Abbotsford general manager Ryan Johnson, who doubles as a Canucks assistant GM. 'His practice habits and how he carries himself have grown 10-fold. And he has already proven something at the NHL level. 'He thrives when pushed by our other goalie (Nikita Tolopilo) or goalie coach. It's habits and how you approach the day to get better.' Next season, Silovs will be in the final portion of a two-year, $1.70-million US extension. He will then be a restricted free agent with arbitration rights, so there is natural pressure to reward franchise faith of being a sixth-round NHL Draft pick in 2019. Tolopilo, 25, will also be on an expiring contract next season at a $950,000 cap hit and will have arbitration rights as an RFA. He went 20-14-2 this season with a 2.66 GAA, .902 saves percentage and four shutouts. bkuzma@
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27-05-2025
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Abbotsford Canucks Eliminate Colorado Eagles, Advance To Western Conference Finals
After a dominant 5-0 game five win on Monday the Abbotsford Canucks have defeated the Colorado Eagles and advanced to the AHL's Western Western Conference Finals. Abbotsford will take on the Texas Stars in a best-of-seven series with the winner moving on to the Calder Cup Finals. Game one gets underway on Thursday May 29 in Abbotsford. Canucks goaltender Arturs Silovs was phenomenal throughout the series allowing just nine goals on 143 shots over the five games, recording a shutout in game one and game five. He now has an 8-3 record, .936 SP, 1.73 GAA and four shutouts this postseason. Linus Karlsson and Phil Di Giuseppe each recorded two goals in game five, they were Di Giuseppe's first points of the series after he had six in the Canucks' first seven games of the playoffs. Karlsson continued his strong playoff showing with four goals and five points in five games against Colorado, he leads the team with seven goals and sits second with 10 points in 12 games. Abbotsford shuffled their forward lines often throughout the series with Arshdeep Bains remaining the only constant on the top line. Bains and Sammy Blais each recorded three assists in the series, Blais leads the team with 11 points in 12 games. After struggling to find the scoresheet early in the playoffs Jonathan Lekkerimaki recorded two points in game two and three, he will need to continue to produce to help the Canucks outscore the Stars. Abbotsford's defense core had a strong series anchored by Guillaume Brisebois, Cole McWard, and Jett Woo. The return of veteran Christian Wolanin appeared to help stabilize the group. The Canucks lead all remaining playoff teams with a 97% penalty kill success rate, allowing just one goal in 35 times shorthanded. FOR THE FIRST TIME IN TEAM HISTORY, WE ARE HEADED TO THE WESTERN CONFERENCE FINALS‼️It all starts Thursday, May 29th - secure your seats and watch your Abby Canucks take on the Texas Stars!GET TICKETS | — X - Abbotsford Canucks (@abbycanucks) May 26, 2025 After leading the league with 250 goals for in the regular season the Eagles struggled to put the puck in the net against the Canucks, scoring just nine goals in five games. In a historic campaign where he set the AHL record for most goals in a season by a defenseman with 31 and won the Eddie Shore Award as the AHL's Most Outstanding Defenseman Jacob MacDonald was held to just two assists in the series and finishes the playoffs with zero goals and four assists in nine games. The Eagles top line of Jayson Megna, Tye Felhaber, and Matthew Phillips each finish the playoffs with eight points in nine games. The trio each had two points in the series. After posting 41 assists and 49 points in 52 games in the regular season T.J. Tynan was held to just two assists in the series, his only points of the playoffs. An injury to defenseman Jack Ahcan in game two of Colorado's second round series against the San Jose Barracuda was a significant blow to the team and they were not able to make up his production and ice-time. Despite the loss goaltender Trent Miner had a strong series, posting a .910 SP and 2.29 GAA. He finishes the playoffs with a 5-4 record, .925 SP and 2.15 GAA. Check out The Hockey News' Vancouver Canucks team for more updates on Abbotsford. Make sure you bookmark The Hockey News' AHL Page for the latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns and so much more.
