The Vancouver Canucks (17-11-8) head to Climate Pledge Arena to face the Seattle Kraken (17-19-2) in what promises to be an intriguing Pacific Division matchup on Thursday night.
Both teams enter the contest looking to improve their positions in a tight divisional race, with the Canucks having won just three of their last ten games while averaging 3.11 goals per game.
The Kraken's offense has struggled this season, managing only 2.89 goals per game, though they're coming off an impressive 5-4 victory in their previous meeting with the Canucks.
Vancouver's offensive trio of Elias Pettersson, Conor Garland, and Jake DeBrusk has been particularly effective, combining for 35 goals and 48 assists, while Seattle's success has largely depended on the performances of Jared McCann, Oliver Bjorkstrand, and Jaden Schwartz.
The goaltending battle could prove decisive, with Seattle's Joey Daccord (.912 save percentage) and Vancouver's Kevin Lankinen (.908 save percentage) both showing solid form between the pipes.
As these Pacific Northwest rivals prepare to face off, fans can expect an intense battle that could have significant implications for both teams' playoff aspirations.
Seattle Kraken vs. Vancouver Canucks: who will win?
For tonight's Seattle Kraken vs Vancouver Canucks matchup, our predictive model gives the Canucks a 53% chance of defeating the Kraken.
Pre-game probabilities
Vancouver Canucks
Moneyline
Win %
53%
47%
Seattle Kraken
Vancouver Canucks: 53% win probability
- Superior offensive output (112 goals for vs Kraken's 111)
- Better overall record (17-11 vs Kraken's 17-19)
- Higher points total (42 points vs Kraken's 36 points)
Seattle Kraken: 47% win probability
- Poor defensive record (119 goals against, ranking 12th in Western Conference)
- Inconsistent recent form (WWLLL showing volatility)
- Lower win percentage (17 wins in 38 games, compared to Canucks' 17 in 36)
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Seattle Kraken vs. Vancouver Canucks form
Seattle Kraken vs. Vancouver Canucks head to head
Seattle Kraken
67%
Vancouver Canucks
33%
Dec 28, 2024
Vancouver Canucks
4 : 5
Seattle Kraken
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
