Canucks vs Kraken Prediction & Odds - 4/2/2025

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.

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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.