Abbotsford Canucks Headed to First Calder Cup Finals

By Troy Tyrell | Tsquared Personal Training | June 9, 2025
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Abbotsford, BC – The Abbotsford Canucks are heading to their first-ever Calder Cup Finals after a thrilling Game 6 victory over the Texas Stars. With a 4-2 win at the Abbotsford Centre, the “Baby Canucks” have defied expectations and captured the hearts of BC hockey fans.

Rookie forward Danila Klimovich was the hero of the night, scoring the game-winner late in the third period with a highlight-reel move that would have made any NHL star jealous. Artūrs Šilovs was once again a brick wall in net, turning aside 28 of 30 shots and reminding everyone why he’s been one of the AHL’s best this postseason.

The series, which saw Abbotsford take a commanding 3-1 lead after a double-overtime win in Game 4, was a testament to the team’s grit and depth. Tristen Nielsen and Linus Karlsson have continued to light the lamp, while veterans like Sheldon Dries have provided steady leadership throughout the playoff run.

This surge of playoff magic has fans across the province buzzing – and perhaps raising an eyebrow at the Vancouver Canucks, who spent their postseason on the golf course. While the NHL version of the Canucks have struggled to find playoff success in recent years, the Abbotsford squad is showing what a hungry, committed team can accomplish.

What’s Next:
The Canucks now turn their focus to the Calder Cup Finals, where they’ll face off against the Eastern Conference champions, the Charlotte Checkers. It’s a clash that promises to deliver high-octane hockey and another chance for the valley’s finest to prove themselves on the AHL’s biggest stage.

For now, BC hockey fans can revel in this incredible run and the promise of a team that’s growing up fast and refusing to be ignored.

By Troy Tyrell
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