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Vancouver Canucks at Nashville Predators Game 4 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Vancouver Canucks at Nashville Predators odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Vancouver Canucks take on the Nashville Predators in Game 4 of their best-of-7 Western Conference, 1st-round series at Bridgestone Arena Sunday. The Canucks lead the series 2-1. Puck drop is set for 5 p.m. ET (TBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Canucks vs. Predators odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Canucks stole Game 3 by a 2-1 final score Friday. The win was largely due to going 2-for-3 on the power play. G Casey DeSmith was awesome in place of Thatcher Demko (knee), who is out for the series. The former Penguin stopped 29 of 30 shots he saw. C J.T. Miller had a goal and an assist, and LD Quinn Hughes assisted on both goals.

The Preds couldn’t get anything going as they went 0-for-5 on the power play and gave up both goals on the PK. They outshot Vancouver 30-12 in the game. RW Luke Evangelista foiled the shutout with just over 3 minutes to go in the game, but they couldn’t sink the equalizer.

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Canucks at Predators odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:16 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Canucks +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Predators -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Canucks +1.5 (-250) | Predators -1.5 (+195)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Canucks at Predators projected goalies

Casey DeSmith (12-9-6, 2.89 GAA, .896 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Juuse Saros (35-24-5, 2.86 GAA, .906 SV%, 3 SO)

DeSmith is 1-1 with a 2.02 GAA and .911 SV% in the series. Game 3 was just his 3rd start in the playoffs in the 32-year-old’s career. The Canucks blocked 30 shots in front of him as he stopped 29 of 30 in Game 3.

Saros did what he could in Game 3, stopping 10 of 12 shots he faced. Again, the 2 goals were scored on the power play. Saros is 1-2 with a 2.03 GAA and .880 SV%. He has yet to face more than 20 shots in a game.

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Canucks at Predators picks and predictions

Prediction

Predators 4, Canucks 2

Moneyline

This series is likely going 7 games, and I’m still confident in Nashville outlasting the young Canucks. If you want some of that action and have a free bet, the Predators are +200 to win the series.

I look for them to work on some things with the extra man. LD Roman Josi said after Game 3 that they needed to move more on the PP. I look for that to be corrected, and the PREDATORS -125 is where I’m going.

Puck line/Against the spread

I’m not a fan of the spread either way here.

I like JUUSE SAROS UNDER 24.5 SAVES (-105). He has faced 12, 18 and 20 shots on goal in the series, and Nashville matched a franchise-record with 30 blocked shots in Game 2.

Over/Under

The Under has hit in 2 straight after the Over prevailed in Game 1. I look for things to open up a little more, and this 5.5 looks ripe. The Over is 7-3-0 in the last 10 meetings.

TAKE THE OVER 5.5 (-115).

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Vancouver Canucks at Nashville Predators Game 3 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Vancouver Canucks at Nashville Predators odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Vancouver Canucks and Nashville Predators meet in Game 3 of a best-of-7 Western Conference 1st-round series Friday. Puck drop from Bridgestone Arena is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (TBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Canucks vs. Predators odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Playoff series: Tied 1-1

The Predators might have deserved a better fate in Game 1. Nashville was leading 2-1 heading into the 3rd period, but allowed 2 goals in a 12-second span, eventually falling 4-2. The Predators were able to gain a split, though, picking up a 4-1 victory as an underdog (+110) in Game 2 as the Under (6) connected.

The Canucks were without starting goaltender Thatcher Demko for Game 2. He suffered an injury which is not believed to be related to the lower-body ailment that forced him out previously. However, coach Rick Tocchet said the All-Star goaltender is considered questionable for the remainder of the series. That meant Casey DeSmith was thrust back into action, and he suffered the loss in Game 2.

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Canucks at Predators odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:18 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Canucks -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Predators -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Canucks +1.5 (-275) | Predators -1.5 (+220)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -125 | U: +105)

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Canucks at Predators projected goalies

Casey DeSmith (12-9-6, 2.89 GAA, .896 SV%, 1 SO – regular season) vs. Juuse Saros (35-24-5, 2.86 GAA, .906 SV%, 3 SO – regular season)

DeSmith was thrust into action in Game 2, with Demko nursing a new LBI. The backup allowed 3 goals on just 15 shots in 58:58 to take the loss. He has allowed 3 or fewer goals in 10 of his past 12 starts since March 16.

Saros picked up the victory in Game 2, turning aside 17 of the 18 shots he faced. He has managed a 1-1-0 record, 2.01 GAA and .895 SV% in 2 starts in this series. It’s been a far cry from how he wrapped up the season, as Saros allowed 4 or more goals in 5 of his final 8 regular-season starts since March 26.

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Canucks at Predators picks and predictions

Prediction

Predators 4, Canucks 3

Moneyline

The PREDATORS (-115) are worth a look in this pivotal Game 3 in the Music City. It’s uncertain if or when Demko will be back for the Canucks (-105) in this series, or in the postseason. Nashville needs to get while the gettin’ is good.

DeSmith isn’t a terrible backstop by any means, but he isn’t an All-Star, either. Saros has snapped back to his previous outstanding form after a rough finish to the regular season.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Canucks +1.5 (-275) will cost you nearly 3 times your potential return if you require insurance, and you cannot play Vancouver straight up. That’s not a recommended long-term betting strategy.

AVOID.

Over/Under

OVER 5.5 (-125) is worth a look. With DeSmith in between the pipes, Nashville should be able to generate a little more offense, similar to Game 2 when it lit the lamp 4 times.

The Predators have cashed the Over in 6 of the past 10 starts by Saros, and Nashville has cashed high in 3 straight at Bridgestone Arena, while the Over is 5-2 in the past 7 games on home ice.

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Nashville Predators at Vancouver Canucks Game 2 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Nashville Predators at Vancouver Canucks odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Nashville Predators and Vancouver Canucks meet in Game 2 of a best-of-7 Western Conference 1st-round series Tuesday. Puck drop from Rogers Arena is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Predators vs. Canucks odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Playoff series: Canucks lead 1-0

The underdog Predators (+135) held a 1-0 lead after 20 minutes, and a 2-1 lead heading into the 3rd period. Nashville held its own for most of the game, but it allowed 2 goals in a 12-second span to Pius Suter and Dakota Joshua, and once the crowd got back into it, the Predators knuckled under. Joshua added an empty-net goal to put a bow on the scoring. He also led the team with 6 hits.

It was a rare Over result for Nashville, as the Under was 4-2 in the final 6 games of the regular-season, with just 17 goals allowed in the span. However, against Vancouver, the Over has now cashed in 3 straight meetings, and 7 of the past 8 encounters in the series since Feb. 1, 2022.

The Canucks welcomed All-Star goaltender Thatcher Demko back from injury April 16 against the Calgary Flames, and he had mixed results in his final 2 regular-season starts. But he was rock-solid in Game 1, allowing just 2 goals on 22 shots in his 4th-career postseason start.

Quinn Hughes posted 2 assists, which is already his 5th-career multi-point performance in the postseason.

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Predators at Canucks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:50 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Predators +120 (bet $100 to win $130) | Canucks -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Predators +1.5 (-210) | Canucks -1.5 (+165)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -125 | U: +105)

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Predators at Canucks projected goalies

Juuse Saros (35-24-5, 2.86 GAA, .906 SV%, 3 SO – regular season) vs. Thatcher Demko (35-14-2, 2.45 GAA, .918 SV%, 5 SO – regular season)

Saros made just 17 saves on 20 shots, as Vancouver doesn’t take a lot of shots per game. In fact, while the Canucks ranked 6th in goals scored (3.4) and 11th on the power play (22.7%) in the regular season, they were just 26th in shots on goal (SOG) with 28.4 per game.

Demko has a tremendous defense in front of him, and he made just 20 saves on 22 shots in Game 1. Vancouver limited Nashville to 6 SOG apiece in the first 2 periods, before a flurry of 10 shots in the 3rd period, including late with the extra attacker.

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Predators at Canucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Canucks 3, Predators 2

Moneyline

The CANUCKS (-145) are as solid play in Game 2, although expect another close game. Vancouver bettors were in trouble through 40 minutes in Game 1 before the Canucks had a flurry of 3 goals in the final period. The Predators (+120) were able to dictate their pace and style for much of the game, and it was a very defensive, physical contest which is what Nashville wants.

Back the Canucks, but expect to sweat until the very end, perhaps even into overtime.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Predators +1.5 (-210) will cost you 2 times your potential return, and that’s way too risky if you require a little bit of insurance and cannot play Nashville straight up.

AVOID.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (+105) is going a bit against the grain, and it would be a much more comfortable bet buying half-goal or full goal to give some more wiggly room, but that can get quite expensive.

We saw the Over cash in Game 1, barely, on the late ENG. We saw the Over cash in 2 of the 3 regular-season meetings. We saw the Over cash in 7 of the past 8 meetings in the series. You’re going against the trends with an Under play, but with Saros and Demko at opposite ends, goals are going to be at a premium.

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Vancouver Canucks at Winnipeg Jets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Vancouver Canucks at Winnipeg Jets odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Vancouver Canucks (50-22-9) visit the Winnipeg Jets (51-24-6) on the final day of the NHL regular season Thursday. Puck drop from Canada Life Centre is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Canucks vs. Jets odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Vancouver has won back-to-back games after taking down the Calgary Flames 4-1 Tuesday to cash as a -207 home favorite. With a goal in each period, including 2 in the 1st, the Canucks rolled past the Flames. Four different Canucks players scored, while D Tyler Myers had a goal and an assist in the win.

Winnipeg has won 7 games in a row after edging out the Seattle Kraken 4-3 Tuesday as a -216 home favorite. The Jets had a goal in each period, including 2 in the 1st and the tiebreaker in the 3rd. LW Kyle Connor found the back of the net twice in the victory, and LW Nikolaj Ehlers had a goal and an assist.

Both Vancouver and Winnipeg have already secured their spots in the playoffs.

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Canucks at Jets odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Canucks +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Jets -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Canucks +1.5 (-250) | Jets -1.5 (+190)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Canucks at Jets projected goalies

Thatcher Demko (35-13-2, 2.44 GAA, .918 SV%, 5 SO) vs. Connor Hellebuyck (37-19-4, 2.39 GAA, .921 SV%, 5 SO)

Demko has been among the premier goalies in the NHL this season. His record is good for 6th-best, his GAA and shutouts rank 5th, and he has the 5th-highest SV%. Vancouver is 4-0 in his last 4 starts, with Demko allowing 3 combined goals in that span.

Hellebuyck has also been one of the top goalies in the league this season. He has the 2nd-best record and SV%, the 4th-best GAA, and ranks 5th in shutouts. The Jets are 5-0 in his last 5 starts, and he has allowed 10 goals total in that span.

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Canucks at Jets picks and predictions

Prediction

Jets 3, Canucks 2

Moneyline

BET JETS (-130).

While this game is meaningless in terms of playoff implications, this will be a battle between 2 of the top teams in the league. Both are strong contenders for the Stanley Cup; however, the Jets have been playing stronger lately.

Winnipeg has won each of its last 7 games, including its last 3 on home ice. It has had 2 shutouts in its last 3 games and scored 11 goals combined in its last 2.

With home-ice advantage, back the Jets Thursday.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

These teams are fairly matched with one another, so there is minimal value on a spread of 1.5 goals in either direction.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 5.5 (+100).

Both teams have top defenses in the NHL.

The Canucks have hit the Under in back-to-back games, allowing just 2 combined goals over that span, and held opponents to 3 goals or fewer in 7 of their last 10.

The Jets have had 2 shutouts in their last 3 games and allowed 3 goals or fewer in each of their last 8.

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Vegas Golden Knights at Vancouver Canucks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Vegas Golden Knights at Vancouver Canucks odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Vegas Golden Knights (42-26-8) visit the Vancouver Canucks (47-22-8) Monday at Rogers Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Golden Knights vs. Canucks odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Golden Knights lead 2-1

The Golden Knights were stunned 7-4 on the road against the Arizona Coyotes as heavy favorites (-192), serving as a cautionary tale why you should never bet teams on the road costing such a big price. The loss snapped a 3-game win streak, and a 7-game point streak.

VGK is still 6-1-1 in the past 8 games since March 21, including a 6-3 win over the Canucks at T-Mobile Arena last Tuesday as a the Over (5.5) cashed.

The Canucks were doubled up 6-3 on the road against the Los Angeles Kings, cashing the Over (5.5). Vancouver has been a bit erratic lately, going just 2-4-0 in the past 6 games, while the offense is averaging only 2.4 goals per game (GPG), with the Under going 7-2-1 in the past 10 outings.

Vegas has won 3 of the past 4 games in this series, while the Under has a 3-2 edge in the past 5 meetings.

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Golden Knights at Canucks odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Golden Knights +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Canucks -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Golden Knights +1.5 (-250) | Canucks -1.5 (+200)
  • Over/Under: 6 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Golden Knights at Canucks projected goalies

Logan Thompson (23-13-5, 2.72 GAA, .908 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Casey DeSmith (11-9-6, 2.96 GAA, .893 SV%, 1 SO)

Thompson is projected to start, and he is looking to atone for the game Friday at Arizona. He allowed 6 goals on 31 shots in the loss, halting a 4-start winning streak. His last win came in the start prior, allowing just 3 goals on 30 shots in a 6-3 victory against the Canucks last Tuesday.

DeSmith was amazing in March, going 4-3-1 with a 2.02 GAA and .913 SV% in 8 starts and 1 relief appearance for the injured Thatcher Demko. However, he has allowed 6 goals in each of his 2 starts in April, including a 24-save effort in a 6-3 loss against the Golden Knights last Tuesday.

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Golden Knights at Canucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Golden Knights 5, Canucks 3

Moneyline

The GOLDEN KNIGHTS (+100) are a decent play at even-money on the road.

Vegas has won 3 of the past 4 games, and it is 6-1-1 in the past 8 outings. That includes the win at home against the Canucks last Tuesday. As an underdog, the Golden Knights have won 2 of the past 3 games.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Golden Knights +1.5 (-250) are just a little too expensive on the puck line, if you require insurance and cannot play Vegas straight up.

VGK is 6-1 in the past 7 games on the puck line as an underdog, winning outright in 3 of those outings.

The Canucks -1.5 (+200) are just 2-6 on the puck line in the past 8 games as a favorite, so they cannot be trusted, either.

PASS.

Over/Under

OVER 6 (-115) is probably the best bet on the board in this clash of Western Conference titans.

The total has gone high in 2 of the past 3 games for the Canucks, including a combined 9 goals last Tuesday in Vegas against the Golden Knights.

The defending champs from Vegas have cashed the Over in each of the past 2 outings, and VGK has notched at least 4 goals in 4 of the past 5 outings, and 3 or more goals in 8 of the past 10 contests.

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Vancouver Canucks at Vegas Golden Knights odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Vancouver Canucks at Vegas Golden Knights odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Vancouver Canucks (46-20-8) kick off a 3-game road trip Tuesday against the Vegas Golden Knights (41-25-8) at T-Mobile Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Canucks vs. Golden Knights odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Canucks won 3-1 at T-Mobile Arena on March 7 in the most recent meeting, while the Golden Knights picked up a 4-1 win Nov. 30 in Vancouver in the 1st meeting. The road team has scored a win in 5 straight meetings, with the underdog going 5-2 in the past 7 in the series. The Under is 2-0 in 2 meetings this season, while going 3-1 in the past 4 encounters.

Vancouver has won 4 of its past 6 games, while allowing 3 or fewer goals in 7 straight outings. The Under is on a 6-0-1 run, and the total went low in a 10-1-1 clip in 12 games in the month of March.

Vegas posted a 2-1 win in overtime last time out in Minnesota on Saturday, while going 5-0-1 in the past 6 outings. The Under is 5-1-0 in the 6-game span, while cashing in 7 of the past 9 contests.

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Canucks at Golden Knights odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Canucks +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Golden Knights -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Canucks +1.5 (-225) | Golden Knights -1.5 (+180)
  • Over/Under: 5.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Canucks at Golden Knights projected goalies

Casey DeSmith (11-7-6, 2.71 GAA, .901 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Logan Thompson (22-12-5, 2.63 GAA, .911 SV%, 1 SO)

DeSmith allowed just 2 goals on 33 shots in his most recent start Thursday against the Dallas Stars in a 3-1 loss. He did fine, but the offense gave him no support. He posted a 4-3-1 record, 2.02 GAA and .913 SV% in 8 starts and 1 relief appearance in 9 games in March.

Thompson has won 3 straight starts, allowing just a single goal in 5 consecutive starts, and 6 appearances. He was an amazing 5-1-0 with a 2.05 GAA and .932 SV% in 6 starts and 1 relief outing in the month of March.

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Canucks at Golden Knights picks and predictions

Prediction

Canucks 3, Golden Knights 2

Moneyline

The CANUCKS (+110) are a nice value as short ‘dogs on the road.

Again, the road team has cashed in 5 straight meetings, and Vancouver has picked up wins in 4 of the past 6 games, while going 8-3-1 in the past 12 outings.

The Golden Knights (-130) are an impressive 5-0-1 in the past 6 games, but they’re just 4-6-0 in the past 10 skates on home ice, including a straight up loss on March 7 against the Canucks.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Canucks +1.5 (-225) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return, if you seek insurance, and cannot bring yourself to play Vancouver straight up. That’s too much risk, and not enough reward.

AVOID.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (-105) is a risky play in this day and age of the NHL, but going low is the best course of action.

The Under is on fire for VGK lately, going 5-1 in the past 6 games, and 7-2 in the past 9 contests.

For Vancouver, the total has gone low in 3 straight games, while going 6-0-1 in the past 7 games, and 10-1-1 in the past 12 outings. And the Under has hit in both meetings this season, with an average of just 4.5 combined goals per game in the 2 outings.

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Anaheim Ducks at Vancouver Canucks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Anaheim Ducks at Vancouver Canucks odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Anaheim Ducks (24-46-4) make the 3rd stop on a 5-game road trip Sunday afternoon against the Vancouver Canucks (45-20-8) at Rogers Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Ducks vs. Canucks odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: Canucks lead 2-0

The Ducks faced the Edmonton Oilers Saturday, losing by a 6-1 score. Now, Anaheim plays on no rest. The Ducks are 1-3-0 in the past 4 games on no rest.

They have struggled to score goals lately, scoring 2 or fewer in 13 of the past 14 outings. Anaheim is a dismal 2-11-1 during the span, and it’s no surprise that the Under has cashed in 5 of the past 6 outings. The Ducks have been shut out in 4 of the past 9 games since March 14, too.

The Canucks are coming off a 3-1 loss at home to the Dallas Stars Thursday night. Vancouver is still 3-2-0 in the past 5 games, all at home, and the Under is 5-0-1 in the past 6 games while going 9-1-1 in the previous 11 consecutive contests.

The Canucks have picked up 6 consecutive victories in this series since Nov. 3, 2022, although Vancouver has managed 3 or fewer goals in 5 in a row in the series. And in 4 of the past 5 games, the Canucks have won by just a single goal. The Under is on a 5-0 run in this series, too.

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Ducks at Canucks odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Ducks +375 (bet $100 to win $375) | Canucks -500 (bet $500 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Ducks +2.5 (-120) | Canucks -2.5 (+100)
  • Over/Under: 6 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Ducks at Canucks projected goalies

Lukas Dostal (11-20-2, 3.47 GAA, .900 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Arturs Silovs (3-2-0, 2.75 GAA, .908 SV% in 5 starts in 2022-23)

Dostal is expected to get the starting nod in the back-to-back situation, after John Gibson took it on the chin in a loss in Edmonton Saturday afternoon. Dostal allowed 4 goals on 28 shots in a 4-2 loss in Seattle Thursday. However, he is 3-5-1 with a respectable 2.87 GAA and .908 SV% and 1 SO in 9 starts and 1 relief appearance in March.

Silovs could potentially make his season debut against the Ducks to give Casey DeSmith a breather. The last time we saw Silovs at the NHL level, he stopped 29 shots in a 4-3 shootout win March 6, 2023, at home against the Nashville Predators.

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Ducks at Canucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Canucks 3, Ducks 1

Moneyline

The Canucks (-500) have won 6 in a row in the series, and the Ducks (+375) offense has been terrible recently. However, you cannot risk 5 times your potential return. That’s way too much, especially since Anaheim has inexplicably played well against Vancouver in recent seasons despite the streak.

While it has dropped 6 in a row against Vancouver, Anaheim has lost by just a single goal in 4 of the past 5 setbacks.

PASS.

Puck line/Against the spread

The DUCKS +2.5 (-120) are worth playing lightly in this Sunday afternoon standalone NHL game.

It’s a bit risky, as Anaheim has been terrible offensively, and just in general, but for whatever reason, the Ducks seem to bring it when the Canucks -2.5 (+100) are involved. And, Vancouver could potentially give its 3rd-string goaltender a rare start, and his 1st of the 2023-24 season.

Over/Under

UNDER 6 (+100) is a strong play in this matinee contest.

First off, the Ducks could have some heavy legs after skating Saturday afternoon in Edmonton. They face the quick turnaround before facing the Canucks less than 24 hours later.

In addition, the Under is 4-2 in the past 6 games for the Ducks while scoring 2 or fewer goals in 4 straight games and 13 of the past 14 outings. And when Dostal has been in between the pipes, the Under is 3-1-1 in his past 5 starts.

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Los Angeles Kings at Vancouver Canucks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Los Angeles Kings at Vancouver Canucks odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Los Angeles Kings (37-22-11) visit the Vancouver Canucks (45-18-8) Monday. Puck drop from Rogers Arena is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Kings vs. Canucks odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Los Angeles has won 3 games in a row after taking down Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 in OT Saturday. The Kings, who covered as -129 home favorites, scored a goal in each period and allowed 2 goals in the final 5 minutes of regulation to blow a 3-1 lead. D Vladislav Gavrikov found the back of the net just 25 seconds into overtime to secure the victory for the Kings.

Vancouver has won 3 games in a row after defeating the Calgary Flames 4-2 Saturday. The Canucks covered as -167 home faves, scored in each period, including twice in the 3rd to put away the Flames. LW Nils Hoglander led the way for Calgary with 2 goals in the win.

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Kings at Canucks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 4:06 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Kings +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Canucks -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Kings +1.5 (-250) | Canucks -1.5 (+190)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Kings at Canucks projected goalies

Cam Talbot (22-16-6, 2.43 GAA, .917 SV%, 3 SO) vs. Thatcher Demko (34-13-2, 2.47 GAA, .917 SV%, 5 SO)

Talbot has been the most consistent goaltender for the Kings this season appearing in 45 games. His 2.43 GAA ranks 4th in the NHL this season, while his .917 save percentage (SV%) ties him for 2nd. He is 3-0 with 5 goals allowed on 76 shots for a .934 SV% in his last 3 games.

Demko has not only been the most consistent goaltender for the Canucks this season, but his 34-13-2 record is the 2nd best in the league. He ranks 6th in GAA, is tied for 2nd with Talbot and 3 other goalies for his SV%, and is tied for 3rd with 5 shutouts. He is 3-0 in his last 3 games with just 2 goals allowed on 64 shots for a .969% SV%.

Be warned that G Casey DeSmith might start for the Canucks. He is 11-5-6 with a 2.72 GAA, a .901 SV% with 1 shutout. In his last 3 games, the New Hampshire native is 3-0 with a .915 SV%.

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Kings at Canucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Canucks 3, Kings 2

Moneyline

BET CANUCKS (-130).

While L.A. has been on a hot streak recently, its defense fell apart on Saturday giving up 2 goals in the final 5 minutes to tie the game. The Kings have has lost 4 of their last 6 games on the road including 2 of its last 3.

Vancouver has a 24-7-4 home record and has won its last 3 on its home ice. The Canucks are 7-2 in their last 9 games and have given up more than 2 goals just 1 time in that span.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

Against a talented Kings team, the value is better on the Canucks to win outright than by more than a goal.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 5.5 (-110).

Both teams have strong attacks and have been great on offense, however, both also are equipped with 2 of the top goalies in the NHL. L.A. has hit the Under in 5 of its last 8 games and has given up more than 3 goals in just 2 of its last 10 games. Vancouver has failed to hit the Over in 9 of its last 10 games and has given up more than 2 goals just 1 time in its last 9 games.

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Vancouver Canucks at Vegas Golden Knights odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Vancouver Canucks at Vegas Golden Knights odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Pacific Division-leading Vancouver Canucks (40-17-7) wrap up their 3-game road trip Thursday night as they take on the Vegas Golden Knights (33-22-7). Puck drop at T-Mobile Arena is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Canucks vs. Golden Knights odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Including Thursday night’s contest, the Canucks have just 6 more road games left this season, and their home matchup Saturday vs. the Winnipeg Jets is the start of a 9-game homestand. Vancouver enters Thursday with a 9-point advantage over the Edmonton Oilers in the standings.

Vegas has struggled mightily of late, dropping 3 in a row and 8 of its last 10. Golden Knights GM Kelly McCrimmon has responded by acquiring the top defenseman that was left on the market D Noah Hanifin in a 3-way trade with the Calgary Flames and Philadelphia Flyers. It was the 2nd trade in 2 days for Vegas as McCrimmon also sent a couple of draft picks to the Washington Capitals for RW Anthony Mantha.

This is the 2nd meeting this season between these teams, and they will play 2 more times before the regular season wraps up. In a Nov. 30 meeting, Vegas was victorious 4-1, cashing as a (+105) road underdog.

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Canucks at Golden Knights odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:35 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Canucks +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Golden Knights -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Canucks +1.5 (-255) | Golden Knights -1.5 (+205)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -140 | U: +114)

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Canucks at Golden Knights projected goalies

Thatcher Demko (32-13-2, 2.52 GAA, .915 SV%, 5 SO) vs. Adin Hill (15-7-2, 2.49 GAA, .920 SV%, 2 SO)

Demko is tied with Colorado Avalanche G Alexandar Georgiev atop the league in wins (32), although the 28-year-old is just 2-4-1 in his last 7 starts. Only Pittsburgh Penguins G Tristan Jarry has more shutouts (6) than Demko this season.

Hill sports the 3rd-highest save percentage in the league, behind only Jets G Connor Hellebuyck (.922%) and Boston Bruins G Jeremy Swayman (.921%). The 27-year-old has allowed 10 goals combined in his last 2 starts, with just 1 win recorded in his last 7 appearances overall.

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Canucks at Golden Knights picks and predictions

Prediction

Golden Knights 4, Canucks 3

Moneyline

BET GOLDEN KNIGHTS (-120).

The defending Stanley Cup champs should be able to get back on track by beating a Canucks team that has been mediocre since acquiring C Elias Lindholm from Calgary. The 29-year-old has not registered a point in his last 7 games played and is once again subject to trade rumors.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

Tough to back this Vegas team playing without its captain RW Mark Stone, who is on LTIR after suffering a lacerated spleen.

Over/Under

BET OVER 5.5 (-140).

C Elias Pettersson has 3 straight 30-goal seasons after finding the back of the net in Vancouver’s 2-1 OT victory over the Los Angeles Kings Tuesday. Just like his new teammate Lindholm in 2013, Pettersson was a 5th overall pick when drafted (2017) and now the 25-year-old is sitting at 399 career points. Expect Pettersson to cross the 400-point mark, and D Quinn Hughes will continue his reign atop the points leaderboard for defenseman.

Vancouver has solid scoring options which should help them keep pace offensively with Vegas. However, RW Jonathan Marchessault, who has 9 points in his last 6 games, and C Jack Eichel, who just returned from LTIR, should be key contributors to the Over and to their team’s victory.

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Vancouver Canucks at Los Angeles Kings odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Vancouver Canucks at Los Angeles Kings odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Vancouver Canucks (39-17-7) visit the Los Angeles Kings (31-19-10) Tuesday night. Puck drop from Crypto.com Arena is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Canucks vs. Kings odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Canucks snapped a 2-game losing streak with a 2-1 win at the Anaham Ducks Sunday, cashing as -262 favorites. LW Nils Hoglander scored in the 2nd minute of the game to get the Canucks off to a fast start while RW Conor Garland scored the eventual game-winning goal in the 2nd period. Four Vancouver players were credited an assist in the win.

The Kings have won back-to-back games after taking down the Devils 5-1 in LA Sunday as -111 favorites. After the Devils scored in the 1st minute of action, the Kings went on a 5-0 scoring run with at least a goal in each period. C Phillip Danault netted a hat trick while LW Kevin Fiala and LW Trevor Moore each had 2 assists in the win.

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Canucks at Kings odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:15 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Canucks -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Kings -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Canucks +1.5 (-275) | Kings -1.5 (+210)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Canucks at Kings projected goalies

Thatcher Demko (31-13-2, 2.55 GAA, .914 SV%, 5 SO) vs. Cam Talbot (18-14-5, 2.46 GAA, .916 SV%, 2 SO)

Demko has been among the premier goaltenders in the NHL this season. His 31-13-2 record is tied for best in the league, while his 5 shutouts are good for 2nd overall. He has allowed 59 goals in his 31 wins this season and 58 goals in his 13 losses. He has struggled recently going 1-5 in his last 6 outings.

Talbot ranks in the top 10 in the NHL in GAA (9th) and SV% (T-7th). He has been the most consistent of L.A.’s 3 goalies this season and is 4-1 in his last 5 appearances. He has performed better on the road this season than at home, sporting a 6-8 record at Crypto.com Arena. He has allowed 23 goals in his 18 wins this season and 66 in his 14 losses.

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Canucks at Kings picks and predictions

Prediction

Kings 4, Canucks 2

Moneyline

BET KINGS (-110).

L.A. is 7-3 in its last 10 and has won back-to-back games by a combined score of 10-2, including a 5-1 victory at the Canucks Thursday. The Kings are 3-1 in their last 4 home games, while the Canucks are 1-3 in their last 4 on the road. Vancouver is 2-6 in its last 8 games.

Puck line/Against the spread

BET KINGS -1.5 (+210).

Five of the last 6 Canucks losses have been by at least 2 goals. The Canucks have scored 3 or fewer goals in each of their last 6 games and allowed 4 or more in 3 of their last 5.

The Kings have won back-to-back games by 4 goals, and 3 of their last 4 wins have been by at least 2. They have scored 3 or more goals in 5 of their last 9 games while allowing 2 or fewer in 6 of their last 10.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 6 (-120).

With top goalies on each side, goals will come at more of a premium Tuesday night. The Kings have failed to hit the Over in 8 of their last 10 games, with more than 6 total goals scored just once over that stretch, while Vancouver has failed to hit the Over in 3 of its last 4 and 4 of its last 6. It has scored more than 3 goals just twice in its last 6 games.

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