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  • Bags apple in loss
    Hughes posted an assist and three shots on goal in Tuesday's 2-1 loss to the Predators in Game 5.

    Advice: Hughes is up to five assists, eight shots on net and six blocked shots over five playoff contests. He set up Nikita Zadorov for the opening goal in the third period, though the Canucks couldn't hold that narrow lead. Hughes' play hasn't been as consistent in the playoffs, but he's still seeing a massive workload on the top pairing. Rotowire.com 21 minutes ago
     
  • Tallies again in Game 5
    Zadorov scored a goal, added two PIM and logged four hits in Tuesday's 2-1 loss to the Predators in Game 5.

    Advice: For the second time in five playoff games, Zadorov had the Canucks' lone goal in a loss. The defenseman has three points, eight shots on net, 22 hits and a plus-1 rating so far in the postseason. He remains on the third pairing on paper, but he's exceeded 20 minutes of ice time in each of the last three games, as it appears he's earned extra responsibility from head coach Rick Tocchet. Rotowire.com 23 minutes ago
     
  • Can't close out series
    Silovs stopped 20 of 22 shots in Tuesday's 2-1 loss to the Predators in Game 5.

    Advice: Silovs gave up goals to Roman Josi and Alexandre Carrier in the third period of a low-scoring loss. With five goals allowed on 52 shots, Silovs has been solid in his two playoff appearances. The 23-year-old may still end up ceding the crease back to Casey DeSmith, who served as backup Tuesday after missing Sunday's Game 4 with a lower-body injury. The Canucks will get their second chance to advance in Friday's Game 6 in Nashville. Rotowire.com 25 minutes ago
     
  • Enters lineup, earns assist
    Barrie posted a power-play assist in Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Canucks in Game 5.

    Advice: Barrie had been scratched for 13 straight games before entering the lineup Tuesday for Luke Schenn (illness). It worked out fine, as Barrie helped out on Roman Josi's game-tying goal in the third period. Barrie had just 15 points in 41 regular-season outings this season, and he'll likely be back in the press box once Schenn is healthy enough to return to the lineup. Rotowire.com 27 minutes ago
     
  • Earns helper in Game 5 win
    Nyquist produced an assist and two shots on goal in Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Canucks in Game 5.

    Advice: Nyquist set up Alexandre Carrier for the game-winning goal in the third period. The 34-year-old Nyquist has a goal, three assists, five shots on net and five hits over five playoff appearances. The winger should continue to fill a playmaking role on the Predators' top line as they return home for another elimination game Friday. Rotowire.com 36 minutes ago
     
  • Two helpers in win
    Forsberg provided a pair of assists, two shots on goal and four hits in Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Canucks in Game 5.

    Advice: Forsberg helped out on third-period tallies by Roman Josi and Alexandre Carrier to keep the Predators' season alive for another game. Through five playoff outings, Forsberg has been solid with two goals, four assists, 14 shots on net and 17 hits. The 29-year-old winger will continue to play a leading role on offense, which will also see him earn significant power-play minutes. Rotowire.com 37 minutes ago
     
  • Deposits game-winner
    Carrier scored a goal and blocked three shots in Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Canucks in Game 5.

    Advice: Carrier's goal at 12:46 of the third period was the game-winner, allowing the Predators to stay alive for Game 6 on Friday. The defenseman has a point in three straight contests, and he's added five shots on net, 14 blocked shots and an even plus-minus rating through five postseason outings. Carrier appears to be a lock for a top-four role even though he is mainly in the lineup for his defensive contributions. Rotowire.com 40 minutes ago
     
  • Nets power-play goal
    Josi scored a power-play goal on three shots and blocked two shots in Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Canucks in Game 5.

    Advice: Josi has a goal, two assists, nine shots on net, 10 blocked shots and a plus-1 rating through five playoff contests. His tally Tuesday tied the game at 1-1. Josi's offense has been a little limited compared to his 85-point regular season, but he should continue to play with urgency as the Predators look to stave off elimination two more times in the first round. Rotowire.com 42 minutes ago
     
  • Keeps season alive
    Saros stopped 19 of 20 shots in Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Canucks in Game 5.

    Advice: It was another low-event game, and Saros did his part this time to keep the Predators' season alive. He gave up just a Nikita Zadorov goal in the third period. Saros has allowed 11 goals on 91 shots through five playoff outings -- those aren't great numbers, but he's done enough to keep most of the games close so far. The 29-year-old is almost guaranteed to get the nod again in Friday's Game 6. Rotowire.com 43 minutes ago