What happened: Bains finished a Canucks power-play passing sequence in the club's first preseason game. The goal pulled Vancouver within one and gave the opener a late jolt.

Why it matters: Preseason goals do not count in the standings, but live exhibition reps are one of the few chances to separate before opening night. A clean finish on the power play carries extra weight because coaches are sorting out who can help generate offense in structured situations.

What to watch: The next exhibition games will show whether Bains keeps that scoring touch and whether the power-play usage holds.