Canucks lines vs Stars, October 16, 2025

Vancouver Canucks head coach Adam Foote is making lineup adjustments to boost offense after a challenging start to the 2025-26 season. The team has lost two out of its first three games, with key forwards Elias Pettersson and Filip Chytil underperforming. Foote is considering a new top line featuring Pettersson, Conor Garland, and Drew O'Connor, while Chytil could play alongside Jake DeBrusk and Brock Boeser. The Canucks' fourth line will include Calder Cup Champion Abbotsford Canucks players Max Sasson, Arshdeep Bains, and Linus Karlsson. Thursday's game against the Dallas Stars is scheduled for October 16, 2025, at 5:00 p.

m. Pacific Time and will be broadcast on Sportsnet ONE. The Stars will be without Matt Duchene, who is sitting out for precautionary reasons after a recent injury. The Canucks aim to address their offensive struggles and improve consistency as the season progresses. Fans can also purchase tickets to watch the game in person in Dallas.