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Quinn Hughes returned to Vancouver to a chorus of boos, then delivered the decisive goal and an assist as the Minnesota Wild beat the Canucks. His 500th career point came against the team he captained before being traded, while Vancouver’s losing streak grew as its rebuild takes hold.

By the Numbers
  • Hughes recorded his 500th career point.
  • The Canucks have lost 10 straight games; Chicago is next with eight losses.
  • Wild goalie Calvin Pickard made 32 saves on 34 shots for his first win of the season.
  • Hughes spent six and a half years in Vancouver and left last December.
Yes, But

Hughes received a mix of boos, cheers and standing ovations, reflecting both his achievements in Vancouver and lingering frustration over his departure. The Canucks showed promise in the first period, but couldn’t sustain it as Minnesota took control.

State of Play
  • Minnesota is near the top of the Central Division and heads to Utah next.
  • Vancouver is mired in the NHL’s longest losing streak and searching for answers amid its rebuild.
Bottom Line

Hughes’ return made the contrast unmistakable: he remains a game-changing star, now pushing toward a title with Minnesota, while Vancouver faces the long work of rebuilding without him.