The Vancouver Canucks (46-21-8) travel to face off against the Arizona Coyotes (31-38-5) on Wednesday, April 3rd. This game will be played at Mullett Arena in Tempe and televised on ESPN+. Both the Canucks and Coyotes will be looking to bounce back from losses in their previous games. Puck drop is scheduled for 10:00 ET.
Canucks vs Coyotes
The Vancouver Canucks Look To Bounce Back From A Loss
Heading into tonight’s game, the Vancouver Canucks have a record of 46-21-8, which has them in 1st place in the Pacific Division and 2nd place in the Western Conference. Over their last ten games, the Canucks have gone 5-5, and they have gone 2-3 over their last five games and 1-2 over their last three.
On the road this season, Vancouver has gone 21-12-4, and they have been favored in 50 of their 75 games, going 32-13-5 in those games. Against other Western Conference teams, the Canucks have gone 25-18.
On the season, Vancouver has gone 39-36 against the puck line and 29 of their 39 wins have been by multiple goals. When favored, the Canucks have gone 21-29 against the puck line, including a mark of 2-2 in their last four games.
Overall, Vancouver’s average scoring margin is +.7 goals per game, but their average scoring margin on the road drops to +.4 goals per game. So far, the team has gone 19-18 against the puck line on the road and 2-8 in their last ten road games.
Coming off a 6-3 loss on the road to the Golden Knights, the Canucks are hoping to bounce back today. In all three periods, the Canucks’ offense found the net against the Golden Knights. Of Vancouver’s three goals, one came while in power play. They ended the game with 30 shots on goal and had three giveaways.
Entering the game as the underdog, Vancouver not only suffered a straight-up loss but also failed to cover the puck line. The over/under line going into the game was 5.5 goals, which the teams surpassed with their combined 9 goals.
The Arizona Coyotes Look To Bounce Back From A Loss
At home this season, the Coyotes have gone 20-18-0 and have an overall record of 31-38-5. In the Western Conference, Arizona is currently in 13th place and 7th in the Central Division. Against other teams in the West, the Coyotes have gone 16-26 this season.
Over their last ten games, Arizona has gone 5-5, and they have won two straight games when they have been favored. As the underdog, the Coyotes have gone 19-34-4 this season.
Arizona comes into the game with a puck line record of 36-38 overall and 19-17 on the road. They have gone 2-1 vs. the puck line in their last three games and 4-6 in their last ten at home.
So far this year, the Coyotes have had 30 losses by more than one goal and have an average scoring margin of -.3 goals per game. As the underdog, their puck line record is 30-27, and they have gone 12-19 in games decided by more than one goal.
Coming off a 8-5 loss at home to the Rangers, the Coyotes are hoping to bounce back today. On offense, the Coyotes were held scoreless in the first period, but found the net three times in the second period and ended with two goals in the third. Of Arizona’s five goals, one came while in power play. They ended the game with 32 shots on goal and had 10 giveaways.
Arizona entered as the underdog and suffered both a straight-up loss and did not cover the puck line. The over/under line going into the game was 6 goals, which the teams surpassed with their combined 13 goals.
Vancouver Offense Breakdown
On the offensive side, the Canucks are scoring an 3.4 goals per game this season, ranking 5th in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 26th in the league. The Vancouver offense is ranked 8th in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they find themselves at 23rd in the NHL.
The Canucks come in with an over/under record of 37-34-4. Over the season, there have been 38 games that have surpassed the 6 over/under line. Their games, on average, are at 6.1 goals per game.
Coyotes Offense Breakdown
For their offensive performance, the Coyotes come in averaging 3 goals per game this season, which is 22nd in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 28th in the league. The Coyotes went 12-8 in games where they had more shots than their opponents. However, in games with fewer shots on goal, their record was 19-27.
This season, the Coyotes have an over/under record of 40-30-4. Throughout the season, they have played 39 games that went over the 6 over/under line. The average number of goals in their games is 6.4 per game.
Vancouver Team Defense
Vancouver defense takes on the Coyotes ranked 24th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 28.6 shots per game against Vancouver. They also are 6th in shutouts, with 6 shutouts.
Arizona Team Defense
The Coyotes defense is currently 10th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 31.6 shots per game against Arizona. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 4th with 7 shutouts.
Canucks vs Coyotes Trends
- Through their last five road games, Vancouver has an puck line record of just 1-4. However, their overall record was 3-2 while averaging 2 goals per game.
- Arizona has played well in their previous three home games, going 2-1 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 6 goals per game while allowing 4. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 2-1.
- Going back to their last ten games as the underdog, the Coyotes have a straight up record of 5-5. But, their mark vs the puck line was just 5-5.
- The last ten games that Vancouver was favored, they have an puck line mark of 3-7 while going 7-3 straight up.
Canucks vs Coyotes Prediction
If you’re looking for a moneyline pick, my choice is the Coyotes to take down the Canucks at home. With the moneyline currently at +131, I’m placing my bet on the Coyotes straight-up.
If you’re looking to get a bet down on this matchup, we foresee the Coyotes winning the underdog. However, if you’re not as confident in the Coyotes straight-up, we’d still recommend placing a bet on them to cover the puck line.
For those looking at the over/under line set at 6 goals, our expectation is that this game will surpass that mark, and we suggest making a bet on the over.
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Last updated:April 3, 2024 Canucks, Coyotes