How the Canucks won ugly against Connor Bedard, lowly Blackhawks: 3 takeaways

The Vancouver Canucks bounced back with a 4-1 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks, despite experiencing another lackluster performance. The win highlighted the Blackhawks' struggles rather than enhancing the Canucks' prowess. Vancouver's victory was aided by missteps from Chicago, including penalties and careless shifts. 

The matchup marked the debut NHL appearance at Rogers Arena for local star Connor Bedard. Despite his excitement, Bedard's impact was limited, and the Canucks controlled the game by the second period. Erik Brännström secured the win with a well-timed goal, emphasizing his value to the team. 

Additionally, Artūrs Šilovs showcased his potential, reinforcing Vancouver's depth in goaltending. His performance stabilized the team during defensive lapses, marking his first quality start of the season.