The slumping Canucks return to Rogers Arena after a mixed 2-2-2 road trip, desperately needing two points to keep their fading playoff hopes alive against a Kraken squad that's essentially playing for pride.
Goaltending could make all the difference with Vancouver's Thatcher Demko finding some rhythm lately (winning 5 of his last 6 starts), while Seattle's defensive woes continue to mount with 22 goals allowed in their last six outings.
History suggests fireworks are in store when Vancouver Canucks clash with Seattle Kraken tonight, as their previous three meetings this season have produced at least six goals each, including a thrilling 5-4 overtime finish the last time these rivals met at Rogers Arena.
Vancouver Canucks vs. Seattle Kraken prediction: who will win?
For tonight's Vancouver Canucks vs Seattle Kraken matchup, our predictive model gives the Canucks a 52.5% chance of defeating the Kraken.
Pre-game probabilities
Vancouver Canucks
Moneyline
Win %
52.5%
47.5%
Seattle Kraken
Vancouver Canucks: 52.5% win probability
- Superior offensive output (213 goals scored compared to Kraken's 190)
- Higher league position (10th in Western Conference vs Kraken's 13th)
- Better points accumulation (81 points in 74 games vs Kraken's 68 points in 75 games)
Seattle Kraken: 47.5% win probability
- Poor recent form (LLWLL compared to Canucks' LLWWL)
- Defensive struggles (245 goals against, ranking among bottom third in conference)
- Road performance issues (31 losses in 75 games, with significantly worse away record)
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Vancouver Canucks vs. Seattle Kraken preview
The Seattle Kraken skate into Rogers Arena to face the desperate Vancouver Canucks in what's shaping up to be another high-scoring Pacific Division showdown.
The Kraken, already eliminated from playoff contention, have dropped five of their last six games and seem to be playing out the string with little motivation despite owning a 2-0-1 record against Vancouver this season.
Vancouver returns home after a mediocre 2-2-2 road trip that's left them clinging to fading playoff hopes—six points behind St. Louis for the final Western Conference wild card spot.
The goaltending battle could be decisive with Joey Daccord (24-20-5, 2.72 GAA) likely facing Thatcher Demko, who's won five of his last six starts and seems to be finding his rhythm at the perfect time.
History suggests fans should expect fireworks, as the previous three meetings between these regional rivals have produced at least six goals, including a wild 5-4 overtime thriller in their last Rogers Arena encounter.
The Canucks' offense has shown signs of life lately, scoring three or more goals in six of their previous seven games, while Seattle's defensive struggles continue with 22 goals allowed in their last six outings.
Keep an eye on Kaapo Kakko, who netted Seattle's lone goal in their recent loss to Dallas, while Vancouver will look to tighten up defensively after their recent tendency to surrender leads.
This fourth and final regular-season matchup between these Pacific Northwest rivals might lack playoff implications for Seattle, but don't tell that to the Canucks, who desperately need these two points to keep their postseason dreams alive.
Vancouver Canucks vs. Seattle Kraken form
Vancouver Canucks vs. Seattle Kraken head to head
Vancouver Canucks
33%
Seattle Kraken
67%
Mar 2, 2025
Seattle Kraken
6 : 3
Vancouver Canucks
Jan 3, 2025
Seattle Kraken
3 : 4
Vancouver Canucks
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
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