The Seattle Kraken will play against the Vancouver Canucks on Friday, January 2, 2026, at 10:30 PM. This NHL regular season game will be held at Rogers Arena. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+.
Kraken vs. Canucks Betting Prediction
- Money Line Prediction: Seattle Kraken +141. The Kraken have a better season record and recent performance. They have won four of their last five games, showing strong form on the road.
- Over/Under Prediction: Over 5.5 (-118). Both teams have shown the ability to score and concede goals. The Kraken’s recent games have seen high-scoring outcomes, making the over a good option.
Team Trends
- Seattle Kraken have a record of 17-14-7 this season.
- Vancouver Canucks hold a record of 16-20-3 this season.
- The Kraken recently won against the Nashville Predators with a score of 4-1.
- The Canucks recently lost at home to the Philadelphia Flyers, 6-3.
- Seattle’s division record is 8-5, while Vancouver’s is 4-5.
Kraken vs Canucks Preview
The Seattle Kraken will travel to Vancouver to play the Canucks on Friday night. The game is set to start at 10:30 PM at Rogers Arena. Fans can watch it live on ESPN+.
Seattle has a record of 17-14-7 this season. Vancouver has a record of 16-20-3. Both teams are looking to improve their standings in the NHL regular season.
Vancouver Canucks: Key Players and Stats
Elias Pettersson leads the Canucks with 23 points in 31 games. He has scored 9 goals and provided 14 assists. Pettersson also has 29 hits and 54 blocks. Conor Garland is another top player for the Canucks. He has 22 points with 7 goals and 15 assists in 33 games. Garland has contributed with 24 hits and 17 blocks. Filip Hronek stands out on defense with 22 points in 39 games. He has 2 goals and 20 assists. Hronek has a strong defensive presence with 67 hits and 55 blocks.
Seattle Kraken: Key Players and Stats
Jordan Eberle is a standout for the Seattle Kraken. He has played 38 games and scored 14 goals, adding 12 assists. Eberle also has 31 hits and 19 blocks. Eeli Tolvanen is another key player for the Kraken. In 38 games, he has 7 goals and 18 assists, totaling 25 points. Tolvanen leads the team with 102 hits and has 41 blocks. On defense, Vince Dunn contributes with 20 points in 37 games. He has scored 5 goals and provided 15 assists. Dunn also has 10 hits and 39 blocks.
Final Betting Pick
The Seattle Kraken are a strong pick for the money line at +141. They have a better season record than the Vancouver Canucks, standing at 17-14-7 compared to the Canucks’ 16-20-3. The Kraken have also won four of their last five games, showing they perform well on the road. This makes them a solid choice as the underdog in this game.
For the over/under prediction, the over 5.5 at -118 is a good option. Both teams have been involved in high-scoring games recently. The Kraken’s last five games have seen them score at least three goals in four of those games. The Canucks have also shown they can score, but they tend to concede as well, making a high-scoring game likely.
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Last updated:January 2, 2026 Seattle Kraken, Vancouver Canucks