The tension and frustration surrounding the Canucks came to a head during practice on Thursday as a fight broke out between players.
The altercation reportedly involved defenseman Willie Mitchell and winger Mason Raymond.
Mitchell ran at Raymond during a drill and when Raymond came back at Mitchell in the corner, Mitchell punched Raymond in the head and cross-checked him on the shoulder.
The fracas drew several players and coaches, and tough defenseman Shane O'Brien skated to Raymond's defense and challenged Mitchell to fight before tempers calmed.
Fight Breaks Out At Canucks' Practice