As the NHL regular season approaches its conclusion, the playoff races are heating up, with teams vying for postseason positions and the upcoming 2025 NHL draft lottery.

The Canucks' season has been tumultuous, marked by the January trade of J.T. Miller to the New York Rangers amid dressing room issues, which has contributed to their ongoing struggles.

The final day of the regular season is set for April 17, 2025, when playoff teams will be determined.

The Vancouver Canucks are set to face the New Jersey Devils in a crucial game on March 24, 2025, as they fight for their playoff hopes.

Adding to their woes, a recent loss to the Blues has intensified the Canucks' struggles, especially given the Blues' favorable schedule ahead.

Stathletes' predictions model currently gives the Blues a 61.8% chance of making the playoffs, in stark contrast to just 11.0% for the Canucks.

Despite being the 2023-24 Pacific Division champions, the Canucks are now at risk of missing the playoffs this season due to internal conflicts and poor performance.

Currently, the Canucks find themselves five points behind the St. Louis Blues, who occupy the final playoff spot in the Western Conference, with only 12 games left in the regular season.

The Canucks' schedule is particularly challenging, as six of their final 11 games are against current playoff teams, while the Blues have a comparatively easier path.

With less than four weeks remaining until the regular season concludes on April 17, 2025, the urgency for the Canucks to secure points is palpable.