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Vegas Golden Knights vs. Vancouver Canucks: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 16, 2025

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Apr 16, 2025 11:17 PM
The Vancouver Canucks, fresh off an overtime win, return to Rogers Arena on Wednesday, April 16th to face the Pacific Division-leading Vegas Golden Knights. The Canucks will look to end the Golden Knights' perfect 3-0 record in their regular-season series, but it won't be an easy task against a Vegas team that's dominated on the road with a 20-13-7 record. Can the Canucks capitalize on their momentum and hand the Golden Knights their first loss in the series?
Vegas Golden Knights vs Vancouver Canucks

Current Odds

VGK
VAN
Over
3.5
-110
Under
3.5
-103
VGK
-1.5
+450
VAN
+1.5
-700
VGK
ML
-114
VAN
ML
-102

Golden Knights vs Canucks statistics

Stat Golden Knights Canucks
Goals For per Game 3.33 2.86
Goals Against Average 2.63 3.05
Shots per Game 30.3 25.6
Shots Against per Game 26.2 26.8
Power Play Goals 53 50
Power Play Goals Against 41 39
Short Handed Goals 6 4
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 461 743
Power Play Percentage 28.8 22.6
Penalty Kill Percentage 75.6 82.4

Vancouver Canucks recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/14/25 vs San Jose Sharks W 2-1 OT
4/12/25 vs Minnesota Wild L 3-2 OT
4/10/25 @ Colorado Avalanche W 4-1
4/8/25 @ Dallas Stars W 6-5 OT
4/6/25 vs Vegas Golden Knights L 3-2

Vegas Golden Knights recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/15/25 @ Calgary Flames L 5-4 SO
4/12/25 vs Nashville Predators W 5-3
4/10/25 vs Seattle Kraken W 2-1
4/8/25 @ Colorado Avalanche L 3-2 SO
4/6/25 @ Vancouver Canucks W 3-2

Vancouver Canucks injuries

  • Max Sasson (C): Day-To-Day
  • Tyler Myers (D): Day-To-Day
  • Derek Forbort (D): Out
  • Thatcher Demko (G): Out
  • Nils Aman (C): Out

Vegas Golden Knights injuries

  • Mark Stone (RW): Out

Golden Knights vs Canucks game info

Type Info
Venue Rogers Arena
Location Vancouver, BC
Puck drop Wed 10:00 PM
TV TNT

Golden Knights vs Canucks predictions

When the Vegas Golden Knights skate onto the ice, you can't help but keep an eye on Pavel Dorofeyev. This left winger has been lighting up the scoreboard with 34 goals this season. His knack for finding the back of the net makes him a constant threat. Alongside him is Jack Eichel, who's not just tallying up 66 assists like it's nobody’s business but also amassing an impressive 93 points overall. So, when you're watching the game, be prepared for some creative plays and potentially jaw-dropping assists from these two. They've been a dynamic duo on the ice, and it’s hard not to expect more of the same in Vancouver's Rogers Arena.

Shifting attention to the Vancouver Canucks, they've got their own heavy hitters ready to make a splash. Jake DeBrusk has been a consistent goal-scorer this season with 28 snipes, making him a key figure to watch during power plays and even-strength situations alike. But don't overlook Quinn Hughes. With his impressive ability to set up plays, notching 60 assists, Hughes is the backbone of their offensive strategy. His 76 points speak volumes about his importance to the team. As the Canucks take on the formidable Golden Knights, these players will need to step up, especially in front of their home crowd, to put up a fight.

Now, predicting the winner is like trying to forecast Vancouver's rainy weather—you never know quite what you're gonna get. Despite the Golden Knights leading the series 3-0, the Canucks' recent overtime win could be a morale booster. The Knights have the edge stats-wise, but never underestimate the home-ice advantage. The Canucks bring a fighting spirit that can sometimes turn the tide unexpectedly. So, who would I pick? It may just be a tight game, but the Canucks could very well harness their recent momentum and snap their losing streak against the Knights. Maybe this time, the hometown heroes will shine. What do you think? Is this the chance for the Canucks to pull off an unexpected win?

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