Canucks Shut Out Ducks Behind Tolopilo's 32 Saves

O'Connor scores go-ahead goal in third period as Vancouver ends three-game skid

Jan. 30, 2026 at 12:39am

The Vancouver Canucks defeated the Anaheim Ducks 2-0 on January 29, 2026, behind a 32-save performance from goaltender Tolopilo. Teddy Blueger scored a short-handed empty-net goal late in the third period to seal the victory for the Canucks, who had lost 14 of their previous 15 games. Lukas Dostal made 24 saves in the losing effort for the Ducks, who saw their five-game winning streak come to an end.

Why it matters

The win snaps a three-game skid for the struggling Canucks, who have had a difficult season so far and are looking to turn things around. For the Ducks, the loss ends a successful five-game road trip and drops them back in the standings in the competitive Pacific Division.

The details

Tolopilo combined with Kevin Lankinen, who made one save in relief after Tolopilo was briefly replaced due to a collision late in the first period. Teddy Blueger scored a short-handed goal late in the third period to extend the Canucks' lead. Lukas Dostal made 24 saves for the Ducks, who had their seven-game winning streak snapped. The game-winning goal was scored by Canucks forward O'Connor on a one-timer from the right hash mark that went in off Dostal's glove.

  • The game was played on January 29, 2026.
  • Tolopilo was briefly replaced by Lankinen to start the second period after a collision late in the first period.
  • Blueger scored the empty-net goal at 19:32 of the third period.

The players

Tolopilo

The Vancouver Canucks goaltender who made 32 saves to record the shutout.

Kevin Lankinen

The Canucks goaltender who made one save in relief of Tolopilo after he was briefly replaced due to a collision.

Teddy Blueger

The Canucks forward who scored a short-handed empty-net goal to seal the victory.

Lukas Dostal

The Anaheim Ducks goaltender who made 24 saves in the losing effort.

O'Connor

The Canucks forward who scored the game-winning goal in the third period.

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What they’re saying

“We must find a way to get back on track and start winning games consistently. This was a big two points for us tonight.”

— Teddy Blueger, Canucks Forward

What’s next

The Canucks will look to build on this win as they continue their push to climb back into playoff position in the Western Conference. The Ducks will aim to rebound quickly as they return home to host the Colorado Avalanche on February 1st.

The takeaway

This game highlighted the Canucks' struggles this season, as they were able to grind out a much-needed win against a strong Ducks team. Tolopilo's stellar goaltending performance was crucial in securing the victory, and the Canucks will need more efforts like this if they hope to turn their season around.