Seattle Kraken vs Vancouver Canucks Betting Picks & Predictions
The upcoming hockey matchup between Seattle and Vancouver in western Canada is crucial for both teams as they vie for a playoff spot. Seattle, coming off a 5-2 loss to
Game outlook
The upcoming hockey matchup between Seattle and Vancouver in western Canada is crucial for both teams as they vie for a playoff spot. Seattle, coming off a 5-2 loss to Colorado, will be looking to bounce back on the road. Vancouver, fresh off a 4-3 win against San Jose, holds a 6-4 advantage in their last 10 meetings with Seattle. However, the Kraken have won four of the last five matchups, including a recent 5-2 victory in February. Vancouver is favored to win with a betting line of -141 that has remained unchanged.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Kraken +121 | Canucks -141
Spread: Kraken +1.5 (-216) | Canucks -1.5 (+170)
Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Vancouver will win straight-up is 59%.
Seattle Kraken
The Seattle Kraken suffered their fifth consecutive loss on the road against Colorado in their previous game. With a record of 15-19-2, they are currently ranked sixth in the Pacific Division, 17 points behind the Golden Knights. The team is also 11 points behind the Kings for a playoff spot in the division. Seattle ranks 23rd in the league in goals for, averaging 2.78 goals per game, and is tied for 20th in goals against, allowing 3.11 goals per game. They have a power play success rate of 18.5% (20th in the league) and a penalty kill rate of 80% (15th in the league). In their last game against Colorado, they were outplayed on both ends of the ice and suffered a one-sided defeat. Joey Daccord made 24 saves in the loss and is expected to start in the next game as well. The team currently has a power ranking of 22 in the league. If you are looking to maximize your profits this hockey season, consider utilizing the services of the best NHL handicappers.