Makes final case for roster spot Bains scored a power-play goal and added an assist in Friday's 4-1 preseason win over the Oilers. Impact Bains got a rare look on the second power-play unit during the Canucks' preseason finale, and he was able to cash in. He was limited to 12:17 of ice time Friday, but he made the most of it in an effort to earn a spot on the Opening Night roster. The 23-year-old had no points, seven hits, six PIM, four shots on goal and a minus-5 rating over eight NHL appearances last season, so it's unlikely he sees much more than a bottom-six assignment.
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