The Vancouver Canucks are icing one of the most exciting teams to watch in the league. Lead by young electric superstars and backstopped by a strong goaltending tandem, this team has a legitimate shot at making the playoffs for the first time in five years. There are three factors standing in the way and if the Cancuks are able to overcome them, playoff hockey will return to Vancouver.
3. Uncertain Division
The Pacific Division is the strangest division in the league. The top two teams are currently the Edmonton Oilers and Anaheim Ducks. While they won’t be at the top for long, their hot starts give them an edge in the standings and even if they play .