Ducks Defeat Canucks Behind Granlund's Two Goals

Mikael Granlund scores twice as Anaheim extends lead atop Pacific Division

Mar. 25, 2026 at 5:19am

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Mikael Granlund scored two goals to lead the Anaheim Ducks to a 5-3 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday night. Alex Killorn, Mason McTavish, and Troy Terry also scored for the Ducks, who remain atop the Pacific Division. Jake DeBrusk, Brock Boeser, and Drew O'Connor scored for the Canucks, while Elias Pettersson recorded his 500th career NHL point.

Why it matters

The Ducks' win extends their lead atop the Pacific Division, putting them in a strong position to make the playoffs. For the Canucks, the loss is another setback in what has been a disappointing season as they continue to struggle to find consistency.

The details

The Ducks grabbed a 2-1 lead in the second period, but the Canucks rallied to tie the score twice before McTavish scored the winning goal in the third period. Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas returned to the lineup after serving a five-game suspension for a knee-on-knee hit on Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews, which resulted in a season-ending injury.

  • The Ducks defeated the Canucks on Tuesday night.

The players

Mikael Granlund

A forward for the Anaheim Ducks who scored two goals in the game.

Elias Pettersson

A forward for the Vancouver Canucks who recorded his 500th career NHL point in the game.

Radko Gudas

A defenseman for the Anaheim Ducks who returned to the lineup after serving a five-game suspension.

Auston Matthews

The captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs, who suffered a season-ending injury from Gudas' knee-on-knee hit.

Thomas Gradin

The only Canucks player to reach 500 regular-season points faster than Pettersson, doing so in 529 games.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

The takeaway

The Ducks' victory over the Canucks showcases their dominance in the Pacific Division, as they continue to build momentum towards a potential playoff run. Meanwhile, the Canucks' struggles this season have been highlighted, as they search for ways to turn their fortunes around.