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Anaheim Ducks vs. Vancouver Canucks: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 5, 2025

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Apr 5, 2025 5:17 PM
The Vancouver Canucks, looking to snap their current losing streak, welcome the Anaheim Ducks to Rogers Arena on Saturday, April 5 at 4:00 PM. Vancouver holds a 2-1 edge in the regular season series, but the Ducks will be seeking to spoil the party as they try to close the gap in the Pacific Division standings.
Anaheim Ducks vs Vancouver Canucks

Current Odds

ANA
VAN
Over
9.5
+170
Under
8.5
+170
ANA
+3.5
-130
VAN
-4.5
+190
ANA
ML
+3300
VAN
ML
-10000

Ducks vs Canucks statistics

Stat Ducks Canucks
Goals For per Game 2.69 2.80
Goals Against Average 3.13 3.09
Shots per Game 27.8 25.6
Shots Against per Game 32.0 26.5
Power Play Goals 26 45
Power Play Goals Against 58 35
Short Handed Goals 3 4
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 655 699
Power Play Percentage 12.5 22.1
Penalty Kill Percentage 73.5 83.1

Vancouver Canucks recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/2/25 vs Seattle Kraken L 5-0
3/30/25 @ Winnipeg Jets L 3-1
3/28/25 @ Columbus Blue Jackets L 7-6 SO
3/26/25 @ New York Islanders W 5-2
3/24/25 @ New Jersey Devils W 4-3 SO

Anaheim Ducks recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/3/25 @ Calgary Flames L 4-1
4/1/25 vs San Jose Sharks W 4-3 SO
3/30/25 vs Toronto Maple Leafs L 3-2
3/28/25 vs New York Rangers W 5-4 OT
3/26/25 vs Boston Bruins W 6-2

Vancouver Canucks injuries

  • Nils Aman (C): Day-To-Day
  • Tyler Myers (D): Out
  • Nils Hoglander (LW): Out
  • Elias Pettersson (C): Out
  • Filip Chytil (C): Out

Anaheim Ducks injuries

  • John Gibson (G): Day-To-Day
  • Robby Fabbri (C): Injured Reserve
  • Ross Johnston (LW): Out
  • Nathan Gaucher (C): Out

Ducks vs Canucks game info

Type Info
Venue Rogers Arena
Location Vancouver, BC
Puck drop Sat 4:00 PM

Ducks vs Canucks predictions

As the Anaheim Ducks lock horns with the Vancouver Canucks on their icy battlefield at Rogers Arena, fans can’t help but speculate on how the visiting players will perform. Keep an eye on Mason McTavish, the sharp-shooting center who’s already netted 20 goals this season. He's got a knack for finding the back of the net and might just surprise the home crowd with some slick plays. Right beside him, Troy Terry is set to be a key playmaker. With 33 assists and 52 points, Terry’s got the vision and skill set to turn any play into a scoring opportunity. Think about the chemistry he might develop with McTavish during this matchup—could it be the turning point?

Switching focus to the home team, the Vancouver Canucks are riding on the prowess of their offensive duo. Brock Boeser, with his impressive tally of 24 goals, will be a looming threat for the Ducks' defense. Imagine him weaving through defenders with his uncanny precision, zeroing in on the goal. Meanwhile, Quinn Hughes is the orchestrator behind the scenes, racking up a striking 54 assists and 70 points. His ability to control the pace and create chances from the backline might put the Ducks on the back foot. The synergy between Hughes’ playmaking and Boeser’s finishing could be a game-changer.

As the puck drops, predictions are as much a part of the game as the faceoff. When you consider the current dynamics of both teams, it looks like the Canucks, with a slight edge in their home record, have the upper hand. Despite their recent struggles, there’s potential for a bounce-back performance. The odds are in their favor, and there’s a feeling in the air that their seasoned squad is ready to defend their rink against the Ducks. But who knows? Hockey is unpredictable. It’s part of what makes the NHL so exciting. So, what do you think? Will the Canucks end their losing streak, or can the Ducks snatch a victory and keep the excitement of the Pacific Division alive?

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