The Seattle Kraken (15-19-2) travel to face off against the Vancouver Canucks (17-10-7) on Saturday, December 28th. This game will be played at Rogers Arena in Vancouver and televised on ESPN+. The Canucks are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Kraken are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Bruins. Puck drop is set for 4:00 ET.

Kraken vs Canucks

The Seattle Kraken Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

Seattle’s 2-0 loss to the Bruins dropped them to 15-19-2 for the season. The Kraken entered the game as underdogs on the puck line, with the total set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short of that mark.

Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, with the first one at 16:37. Seattle’s offense struggled, managing only 23 shots on goal and failing to score.

The Vancouver Canucks Are Coming Off A Win

With a 3-2 win over the Sharks, the Canucks improved to 17-10-7 this season. Vancouver entered the game as -1.5 goal favorites, but didn’t cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 5 fell short of that mark.

All of Vancouver’s scoring came after the Sharks took a 1-0 lead in the second period. Pius Suter tied it up at 5:19 in the second, and later scored the game-winner with just 26 seconds left in regulation.

Seattle Offense Breakdown

Seattle’s offense was held scoreless in their 2-0 loss to the Bruins. The Kraken fired 23 shots on goal but couldn’t find the back of the net. They also recorded 19 giveaways, adding to their offensive struggles.

Seattle failed to score in all three periods, marking the first time they’ve been shut out this season. The Kraken didn’t capitalize on any power play opportunities, as they were blanked for the first time this year.

Canucks Offense Breakdown

Pius Suter led the way for the Canucks with two goals, including his 3rd and 4th of the season. Jake DeBrusk added his 1st goal of the year. Vancouver took 27 shots on goal but failed to score in the first period, netting their first goal at the 5:19 mark of the second period.

The Canucks had 25 offensive giveaways and didn’t score on the power play. Suter’s second goal came with just 26 seconds left in the game, sealing the 3-2 victory.

Seattle Team Defense

Despite the Kraken’s loss, Joey Daccord made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage. Seattle’s defense also recorded 18 hits and 4 takeaways. However, they gave up two early goals to the Bruins, both in the first period.

Vancouver Team Defense

The Canucks’ defense gave up the first goal just 2:37 into the second period and another at 18:43 in the third, but they held on for a 3-2 win. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense added 5 takeaways and 24 hits.

Kraken vs Canucks Trends

• Across the Kraken last three road games, the team averaged 1 goals per game while allowing 4. Their record vs the puck line in these contests was 0-3, while going 0-3 straight-up.
• Across their five previous home games, Vancouver has an puck line mark of 2-3. Their straight up record in these matchups was 3-2 while averaging 3 goals per game.
• Going back to their previous three games as the underdog, Vancouver has an puck line mark of 2-1 while going 1-2 straight up.
• In their last five games as the betting favorite, the Kraken have a straight up record of 1-4 and an puck line mark of 0-5.

Kraken vs Canucks Prediction

For a moneyline pick, I’m taking the Canucks to pick up on a win over the Kraken at home. With the moneyline sitting at -131, I’ll be locking in a bet on the Canucks straight-up.

For a puck line prediction, our preference is the Canucks to secure a win and cover. Anticipate the Canucks to win this one by multiple goals over the Kraken.

If you’re looking at the over/under line set at 5.5 goals, our prediction is that this game will exceed that mark, and we strongly advise placing a bet on the over.

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