Vancouver is drunk off Mancini | Locked On Canucks

Victor Mancini is quietly staking a claim on Vancouver’s blue line. In the recent preseason game against Calgary, he led the Canucks in ice time (22:31), including over seven minutes on the penalty kill — and he looked composed, physical, and ready.

That performance is turning heads, and in this episode of Locked On Canucks, we explore how Mancini might be one of the season’s dark horse defenders. We’ll also tie in how this impacts roster decisions, depth, and matchups across the D-core.

🔍 What He Showed vs. Calgary & Preseason to Date
In the 8–1 thrashing of the Flames, Mancini’s workload stood out: heavy minutes, usage in key situations, and reliable defensive reads.

That game also followed his earlier contributions: in a 3–1 win over Calgary, he scored (his name is listed among the stars on ESPN boxscore) showing he can chip in offensively.

Given his journey — traded from New York to Vancouver, having won a Calder Cup with Abbotsford last season

— Mancini enters with momentum and confidence.

🛡 Why Mancini Could Be a Key Piece in Vancouver’s D-Core
Depth Relief: If veteran blueliners falter or injury occurs, Mancini provides trustworthy backup — not just warm body coverage.

Special Teams Dependability: His PK usage shows coaches trust him in shorthanded situations, which is a strong signal for early-season roles.

Upside & Growth: He’s not just plugged in — he’s showing he can develop. If his decision-making, puck transitions, and positioning tighten up, he could climb the rotation.

Complement to Stars: With Hughes, Hronek, Foote’s system in place, having a defenseman who can hold his own gives the top guys breathing room.

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