Elias Pettersson this season

Elias Pettersson 2025 Season Overview

Elias Pettersson continues to be a pivotal player for the Vancouver Canucks in the 2025 season. Since his NHL debut in 2018-2019, he has shown exceptional skill, particularly when confident and engaged in the game. Pettersson's role has grown, becoming the Canucks' top centre after J.T. Miller's trade to the New York Rangers.

Ice Time and Role

Pettersson is one of the Canucks forwards with the most ice time this season, averaging 19 minutes and 43 seconds per game, just behind Conor Garland. He also plays on the top power play unit.

Physical Engagement

Contrary to some misconceptions, Pettersson contributes physically, averaging 2 blocks and 1.3 hits per game, consistent with his performance over the past four seasons.

Performance Concerns

Despite his role and ice time, Pettersson's performance this season shows some concerns. Through 13 games, he has recorded 8 points with only 20 shots on goal, averaging 1.5 shots per game.

This represents a downward trend that began last season, where his shots and points per game reduced significantly. Previously, he averaged no less than 0.85 points and 2 shots on goal per game before the 2024-2025 season.

Moreover, last season he registered a career-low shooting percentage of 13.8%, which was 1.4% lower than his previous worst mark, indicating a troubling decline for a player known for scoring precision.

"Elias Pettersson has been one of the most polarizing players... He presents exceptional skill when he is engaged and playing with confidence, but these mental lapses could be the difference between him being good and great."

Summary

Pettersson remains the Canucks' key offensive threat and is adapting to a leading role, but his recent decline in shots and scoring efficiency presents a challenge that will determine his impact this season.

Author's Summary

Elias Pettersson’s 2025 season sees him as a crucial Canucks centre, but a decline in scoring efficiency and shots on goal signals a critical period for his performance development.

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The Canuck Way The Canuck Way — 2025-11-03

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