Winnipeg erased a 4-2 deficit in the third and topped Calgary 5-4 in a shootout, with Tanner Pearson delivering the deciding goal in the seventh round. The Jets leaned on depth scoring—Haydn Fleury, Gustav Nyquist, Alex Iafallo and Parker Ford finding the back of the net as Connor Hellebuyck stopped 25 of 29. Calgary got a two-goal night from Nazem Kadri, but went 0-for-5 on the power play as Dustin Wolf faced 35 shots. In the Canucks-Oilers tilt, Vancouver pulled off a 3-2 OT win on Conor Garland’s early OT strike after Jonathan Lekkerimaki tied it late in the third; Edmonton got goals from Kasperi Kapanen and Leon Draisaitl, with Pettersson leaving after an elbow to the head in the second.

The night showcased preseason storylines: Jets’ scoring depth and goaltending steadiness versus Flames’ run-and-gun through Kadri’s a.m. two-goal effort, plus a Canucks win that underscored Garland’s finishing touch and Lekkerimaki’s timely equalizer. Both games offered a closer look at roster battles, special-teams execution and how fantasy assets might ride the momentum into the regular season.

Evander Kane returns to Vancouver for his hometown reset, donning the Canucks jersey with a playoff-tested fuse and a reputation for physicality. The Oilers shipped him to clear cap space for Connor McDavid, and Kane’s presence could anchor Vancouver’s forward group as camp unfolds. His experience and edge should help a young core around Jonathan Lekkerimaki and Filip Chytil find chemistry early in the season.

After a turbulent injury-plagued year, Kane flashed a playoff gear with Edmonton, hinting at upside if he stays healthy. Vancouver bets on leadership and depth to fuel a playoff push, hoping Kane can recapture a childhood dream of performing on Rogers Arena’s stage while providing sneaky fantasy upside in deeper leagues.

The Vancouver Canucks face potential upheaval regarding Quinn Hughes, as speculation mounts about his future in light of his brothers’ presence in the New Jersey Devils organization. Analysts suggest that Hughes may join Jack and Luke Hughes in New Jersey once his contract with Vancouver expires in 2027. NHL Network's Mike Johnson emphasized that this scenario is plausible, especially as Luke Hughes is a restricted free agent likely to sign an extension with the Devils. Jim Rutherford, Canucks' president, acknowledged the family's influence on Quinn's decision-making process. Even though Hughes is under contract until the 2026-27 season with a $7.85 million cap hit, his desire to play alongside his brothers could significantly impact his future.