The Vancouver Canucks have struggled since the start of the season. While their defense has remained lackluster lately, even their offense has been weak. The franchise has struggled to maintain consistency, with just eight victories across 21 games.

Their latest matchup resulted in their third consecutive loss. However, while the Hurricanes celebrated their 12th victory, Vancouver fans remained enraged after Evander Kane’s antics cost them the match. Some are even calling for the forward to be let go from the team.

Why Are the Canucks Fans So Angry at Evander Kane?

The Canucks’ losing streak continued in their matchup against Carolina, but it wasn’t just the final score that had fans seething. A costly mental lapse by Kane sparked outrage across the fanbase, with many calling for his immediate departure from the team.

The incident occurred during a critical moment in a tie game, with both teams locked at 3-3. Instead of getting back into position, Kane became preoccupied with challenging an opponent to a fight at center ice.

His distraction left the Canucks caught with too many men on the ice, resulting in a penalty that shifted momentum in Carolina’s favor. For a team already struggling with special teams play, it was a mistake they couldn’t afford.

The play quickly went viral on social media, with the clip accompanied by the caption: “#Canucks get caught a man short because Evander Kane was too busy challenging a guy to a fight at center ice. Tie game, 3-3.”

The post ignited a firestorm of criticism from frustrated Canucks supporters who have grown increasingly impatient with Kane’s on-ice decision-making. One fan questioned Kane’s presence in the league altogether, referencing his controversial past: “With his gambling history, I can’t believe he’s still allowed to play in the league.”

#Canucks get caught a man short because Evander Kane was too busy challenging a guy to a fight at centre ice. Tie game, 3-3 pic.twitter.com/I2Mm7ej2Be

— Lachlan Irvine (@LachInTheCrease) November 15, 2025

The comment alluded to ongoing concerns about Kane’s off-ice issues that have followed him throughout his career. Another supporter declared they’d reached their breaking point: “I’m done with the Kane experiment. Dude is a serious liability on a team that can’t kill penalties.”

I’m done with the Kane experiment. Dude is a serious liability on a team that can’t kill penalties.

— 💾 (@aesius1) November 15, 2025

The sentiment resonated with many who pointed to Vancouver’s penalty kill struggles as a major weakness that Kane’s undisciplined play only exacerbates. The criticism extended to management’s decision to acquire Kane in the first place.

“Lol, the Canucks gave up a pick for a guy no one else wanted,” one fan wrote, highlighting the fact that Vancouver surrendered draft capital for a player who generated little interest around the league.

Lol the Canucks gave up a pick for a guy no one else wanted

— Adam (@AdamFly96727825) November 15, 2025

The move appeared questionable at the time and looks even worse in hindsight, given Kane’s performance and the team’s results.

Perhaps the most damning assessment came from a fan who noted this wasn’t an isolated incident as he posted, “Old Kanester has cost the Canucks a couple games this season so far…” The comment underscored a pattern of costly mistakes that has defined Kane’s tenure with the team.

 

Old Kanester has cost the cucks a couple games this season so far…

— fraz (@Down_Goes_Fraz) November 15, 2025

The chorus of discontent culminated in a simple, emphatic demand that captured the mood of the fanbase: “Trade him yesterday.” The phrase reflected the urgency and frustration of supporters who believe Kane’s presence is actively hurting the team’s chances of success and want him gone as soon as possible.