Canucks Face Avalanche Without Hughes for Second Straight Game
Big news for Canucks fans—Quinn Hughes is set to miss another game as Vancouver takes on the Colorado Avalanche. The 25-year-old star defenseman briefly hit the ice for the morning skate but left after a conversation with head coach Rick Tocchet. Tocchet made it clear: Hughes won’t be playing tonight. And while Hughes wanted to push through, the team decided it’s best to be cautious.
This will be his second game out after also missing Sunday’s 3-2 overtime loss to Detroit. His injury happened last Friday in a tough 5-3 loss against Dallas, but the exact details remain undisclosed. The Canucks are monitoring his status on a day-to-day basis, meaning there’s still some uncertainty about when he’ll be back.
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And let’s be real—this is a huge loss for Vancouver. Hughes isn’t just any defenseman; he’s the reigning Norris Trophy winner, leading all NHL defensemen in points this season. With 14 goals and 45 assists in 47 games, he’s also the Canucks’ top scorer. Losing a player of his caliber, especially against a powerhouse like Colorado, is far from ideal.
Teammate Tyler Myers acknowledged how much Hughes’ absence will be felt. He talked about Hughes’ unique ability to control the game with his skating and puck movement, which creates space for his teammates. That kind of presence is hard to replace. But Myers also emphasized that Vancouver has dealt with injuries all season, and the team understands the importance of stepping up. The key? Not trying to do too much—just focusing on playing smart, disciplined hockey.
Tonight’s matchup against the Avalanche won’t be easy. Colorado is always a dangerous team, and without Hughes, Vancouver’s defense will have to dig deep. Derek Forbort has been filling in alongside Filip Hronek, and while he’s solid, there’s no denying that Hughes brings a dynamic element that’s tough to replicate.
After tonight, the Canucks hit the road to face San Jose on Thursday. The hope is that Hughes’ injury won’t linger, but for now, it’s all about finding ways to compete without him. Vancouver has shown resilience all season, and they’ll need plenty of it against Colorado.
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