ONE TIMERS: Canucks’ Tough Lessons and Overcoming Playoff Adversities | Injuries, Execution & the Mental Edge

In this One Timers segment from NHL Wraparound, hosts Neil Smith and Vic Morren break down the Vancouver Canucks’ playoff journey, reflecting on what went right—and what went wrong—as the team pushed into the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

After winning the Pacific Division and outperforming early expectations, the Canucks advanced past Nashville but hit a wall against the Edmonton Oilers. Key injuries—including the loss of leading scorer Brock Boeser (blood clots) and goaltender Thatcher Demko—dramatically shifted the team’s momentum.

The hosts highlight the Canucks' inability to maintain full-game intensity and how playoff success often comes down to executing consistently in every shift, every period, and every game. It's not just about talent—it's about mindset, focus, and preparation.

The segment also introduces listeners to the Game Seven Group, an organization helping teams, businesses, and leaders perform under pressure when it matters most.

IN THIS EPISODE:

[00:38] Opening thoughts: Canucks' journey and playoff ceiling

[02:18] The impact of losing Boeser and Demko

[03:43] Game Seven Group: Introducing elite performance strategies

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KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Vancouver’s playoff hopes were shaken by injuries to top performers, underscoring how fragile postseason success can be.
• Winning a division doesn’t guarantee deep playoff success—execution across all 60 minutes is essential.
• Mental resilience and team leadership are as important as physical health and depth when adversity strikes.
• Programs like the Game Seven Group help organizations cultivate clarity and accountability in high-pressure situations.

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