The Vancouver Canucks (17-10-7) will host the Seattle Kraken (15-19-2) at Rogers Arena on Saturday afternoon in a crucial Pacific Division matchup that could have significant playoff implications.
The Kraken enter the contest mired in a five-game losing streak during which they've been outscored 22-6, while the Canucks are looking to build momentum after snapping their own three-game slide with a 4-3 victory over San Jose.
Recent history between these regional rivals has been intriguing, with Vancouver holding a 6-4 advantage in their last 10 meetings, though Seattle has claimed victory in four of the last five encounters.
The Canucks' offense has been clicking lately, led by Elias Pettersson's recent two-goal performance and Quinn Hughes' impressive 42-point campaign, while Seattle's struggling attack hasn't managed more than two goals in any of their last five outings.
Both teams will be eager to improve their divisional standing, with Vancouver sitting fourth in the Pacific Division and Seattle trying to climb out of sixth place.
This Pacific Northwest rivalry game promises to be an intense battle as both teams look to position themselves for a strong second half of the season.
Vancouver Canucks vs. Seattle Kraken: who will win?
For tonight's Vancouver Canucks vs Seattle Kraken matchup, our predictive model gives the Canucks a 66.67% chance of defeating the Kraken.
Pre-game probabilities
Vancouver Canucks
Moneyline
Win %
66.67%
33.33%
Seattle Kraken
Vancouver Canucks: 66.67% win probability
- Higher league position (8th in Western Conference vs 12th)
- Superior goal-scoring efficiency (107 goals in 34 games vs 101 in 36)
- Better win-loss record (17-10 vs 15-19)
Seattle Kraken: 33.33% win probability
- Poor recent form (0-5 in last 5 games - LLLLL)
- Defensive struggles (113 goals against in 36 games)
- Lower points total (32 points vs Canucks' 41 points)
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Vancouver Canucks vs. Seattle Kraken form
Vancouver Canucks vs. Seattle Kraken head to head
Vancouver Canucks
33%
Seattle Kraken
67%
Sep 28, 2024
Seattle Kraken
3 : 1
Vancouver Canucks
Sep 25, 2024
Vancouver Canucks
3 : 1
Seattle Kraken
Feb 23, 2024
Seattle Kraken
5 : 2
Vancouver Canucks
Nov 25, 2023
Seattle Kraken
1 : 5
Vancouver Canucks
Nov 19, 2023
Vancouver Canucks
3 : 4
Seattle Kraken
Oct 5, 2023
Vancouver Canucks
1 : 2
Seattle Kraken
