In a recent NHL game, the Nashville Predators defeated the Vancouver Canucks 4-1. Despite Vancouver dominating in shot attempts with a total of 84 compared to Nashville's 35, the Predators managed to block 32 shots, with 18 of those coming in the first two periods. This defensive effort was crucial, especially with Canucks' goalie Demko absent. Nashville's goaltender Saros was pivotal, saving 2.3 goals above the expected rate, contributing significantly to their win.
FWIW: Alex Carrier led the #Preds with 6 blocked shots. 5 - Josi 4 - McDonagh, Sissons, Forsberg 3 - Lauzon
Predators credited with 32 shot blocks in 4-1 win in Vancouver. Canucks had an 84-35 advantage in shot attempts, but only an 18-16 edge in shots on goal. Vancouver missed the net on 31 attempts.
Tough bounce for the @Canucks with no Demko tonight. I know one thing. Smashville will be rocking on Friday night @PredsNHL @MissinCurfew 🍻
What was the Canucks biggest problem tongiht? https://t.co/M5vnswM0aL
key to Nashville's success tonight, apparently - let Saros cook & save 2.3 goals above expected (@NatStatTrick) - capitalize on Not Demko - block ~42% of VAN's 84 shot attempts in all situations - survive an extreme defensive shell in P3, with 4 attempts to VAN's 37 at 5v5
#Canucks have attempted a dizzying 37 shot attempts in the third period so far, but only 6 of those attempts have reached Saros in the Predators goal.
Shot attempts with 5:51 to play 82-26 in favor of Vancouver. #Preds
Shot attempts (all situations): VAN: 75 NSH: 26
Shots are even (12 each) but Nashville's 18 blocked shots through two periods looms large. Big, big period coming up. Vancouver going to throw everything at the net.
Shot attempts 24-6 for Canucks in first period. Nine shots blocked, 11 missed the net, including Elias Pettersson's backdoor open-netter with 3 secs remaining.
Canucks have 2 SOG on 16 shot attempts
shot attempts are 16-3 for #Canucks. Shots are 3-2 for the Preds. Score is 1-0 Nashville