The Vancouver Canucks (25-11-3) travel to face off against the New York Rangers (26-11-2) on Monday, January 8th. This game will be played at Madison Square Garden in New York and televised on ESPN+. The Canucks are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Rangers are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Canadiens. Puck drop is set for 7:00 ET.

Vancouver Canucks vs New York Rangers

The Vancouver Canucks Are Coming Off A Win

So far this season, the Canucks have gone 25-11-3 and are in 2nd place in the Western Conference. In conference games, Vancouver has gone 16-8, and they have gone 9-4 in division play. On the road, the Canucks have gone 11-7-2 this season.

Over their last ten games, Vancouver has gone 6-4, and they have gone 3-2 over their last five games. In their last three games, the Canucks have gone 2-1. As the underdog this season, Vancouver has gone 9-4-3, and they have been the underdog in 16 of their games.

On the season, Vancouver has been the underdog in 16 games and has gone 13-3 against the puck line in those contests. They have an average scoring margin of +1.2 goals per game and have 19 wins by multiple goals.

The Canucks’ puck line record for the year is 27-12, and their average scoring margin on the road is +.7 goals per game. In their last ten road games, Vancouver has gone 6-4 against the puck line.

The Canucks recently played against the Devils and secured a win with a score of 6-4. During the first period, the Canucks started slow, but they turned things around by scoring four times in the second period and two goals in the third. In the game, Vancouver managed to score all six goals at even strength. They concluded with 42 shots on goal and committed 2 turnovers.

Vancouver secured a win against the puck line, entering the game as the favorites with a -1.5 goal advantage. With a combined total of 10 goals, the teams exceeded the over/under line of 6.5 goals set for the game.

The New York Rangers Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

As the Rangers prepare to face the Canucks, they sit atop the Eastern Conference standings with 54 points and a record of 26-11-2. In their last ten games, New York has gone 6-4 and are 13-5-0 at home for the season. When favored, the Rangers have gone 21-9-1.

Over their last five games, the Rangers have gone 2-3 and 14-8 against other teams in the Eastern Conference. In games against Metropolitan Division opponents, New York has gone 6-3.

When favored, the Rangers have a puck line record of 12-18, and they have gone 6-4 against the puck line in their last ten games. So far, they have 15 wins by multiple goals and 11 wins by just one goal.

Overall, New York has a puck line record of 19-19, and their average scoring margin is +.6 goals per game. In their last five games, the Rangers are 3-2 against the puck line, and they are 2-1 against the puck line in their last three home games.

Following a 4-3 loss on the road to the Canadiens, the Rangers are eager to bounce back. In the opening period, the Rangers couldn’t find the net on offense, but they rebounded with two times in the second period and one goal in the third. All three goals came at even strength. They finished with 48 shots on goal and had 17 turnovers.

New York took a loss against the puck line, going into the game as the favorites with a -1.5-point advantage. The teams surpassed the over/under line, which was set at 6 goals, with a combined total of 7 goals.

Vancouver Offense Breakdown

On offense, the Canucks are averaging 3.8 goals per game which is 1st in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 28th in the league. This season, the Canucks have a 12-5 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 12-6 record.

The Canucks’ over/under record this season is 23-14-2. For the season, they have had 25 games that surpassed this game’s over/under line of 6.5. Overall, their games are averaging6.4 goals per game.

New York Offense Breakdown

For their offensive performance, the Rangers come in averaging 3.4 goals per game this season, which is 13th in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 18th in the league. This season, the Rangers have a 19-7 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 7-3 record.

The Rangers come in with an over/under record of 19-16-3. Over the course of the season, they have had 20 games failing to surpass the 6.5 goal over/under line. The average number of goals in their games is at 6.2 per game.

Vancouver Team Defense

Vancouver defense takes on the Rangers ranked 15th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 29.9 shots per game against Vancouver. They also are 3rd in shutouts, with 4 shutouts.

New York Team Defense

Defensively, the Rangers are currently 24th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.4 shots per game against New York. They also are 17th in shutouts, coming in with 2 shutouts.

Canucks vs Rangers Trends

• When looking at their past five road matchups, Vancouver has an puck line record of 3-2 while averaging 3 per game. The team went 3-2 overall in these games.
• In their last five games at home, the Rangers have a straight up record of 3-2 while going 2-3 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 3 goals per game in these contests.
• Going back to their last ten games as the underdog, the Rangers have a straight up record of 5-5. But, their mark vs the puck line was just 7-3.
• In their last five games as the betting favorite, the Canucks have a strong straight up record of 3-2. In addition, their puck line record was 3-2 in these scenarios.

Canucks vs Rangers Prediction

When it comes to a moneyline wager, I’m going with the Rangers to defeat the Canucks while playing at home. Given the current moneyline odds at -144, I’m placing a wager on the Rangers to win outright.

When it comes to my suggested pick for the puck line, I’d advise taking the Canucks to cover. Even in the event of a Rangers victory, this matchup is likely to remain closely contested, and the Canucks should cover the puck line.

When considering the over/under line, which is currently at 6.5 goals, we believe that this game will go over that threshold, and we recommend wagering on the over.

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