For the first time in his NHL career, Kevin Bieksa played at Rogers Arena as a visitor.
The Anaheim Ducks defenseman returned to Vancouver for the first time Friday after being dealt by the Canucks during the offseason, and was given a video tribute by his former club during the first period. The video featured a few highlights of his 10-year tenure with the team, including his memorable double-overtime winner from the 2011 playoffs that sent the Canucks to the Stanley Cup Final.
BOOM BOOM CLAP!
Welcome back Kevin!
https://t.co/FRxC3S0ixo
— Vancouver Canucks (@VanCanucks) January 2, 2016
The 34-year-old saluted the fans, who gave him a standing ovation as the video was played.
Former #Canucks defenseman Kevin Bieksa salutes fans after a touching tribute in Vancouver https://t.co/zbPx3MWmjY pic.twitter.com/Nz1VqS24qj
— Dave (@BmoreDaveS) January 2, 2016
Bieksa played 597 games for the Canucks, tallying 56 goals and 185 assists.
