Canucks look to break out of funk vs. Blue Jackets

The Vancouver Canucks were pegged to be contenders for a playoff spot this season. Instead, as they hit the quarter mark of the season and prepare for Friday's road clash with the Columbus Blue Jackets, they are struggling through a losing skid that has them plummeting down the standings.

A 4-1 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins on Wednesday to kick off a five-game road trip has Vancouver with just one win in eight games.