In this article we will formulate a Vancouver Canucks vs Nashville Predators prediction for game 1 NHL playoffs on Sunday, April 21st at Rogers Arena.
Strong Regular Season for the Canucks
The Canucks didn’t really get talked about enough during the regular season, as well as they played. The Canucks won two of the last three games heading into the playoffs, but they were beaten in the last game. In the last game against the Winnipeg Jets, the defense gave up four, and they lost by two goals. The Canucks finished the regular season with 109 points. The Canucks’ offense is ranked 9th in the league, while the defense is ranked 5th. J.T. Miller has scored 37 goals and added 66 assists so far this season.
Predators Look to Play Spoiler
The Predators finished the regular season with 99 points, and they have to feel confident, even though they start on the road. The Predators have won two of the last three games, but they are coming off a loss in the last game. The Predators faced off against the Pittsburgh Penguins, and the defense gave up four goals on the way to the defeat. Juuse Saros started in goal and saved 34 of the 38 shots that he faced. The Predators’ offense is ranked 10th in the league, while the defense is ranked 13th.
Vancouver Canucks Team Facts
- The underdogs have won six of the last seven games between the Predators and Canucks at Rogers Arena.
- The Canucks have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last 11 Sunday games as home favorites.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1’ market has hit in each of the last five games between the Predators and Canucks at Rogers Arena.
- The Canucks have won the second period in four of their last five games at Rogers Arena.
Nashville Predators Team Facts
- The Predators have won each of their last seven games against Pacific Division opponents.
- The Predators have covered the puck line in 17 of their last 18 Sunday games as underdogs.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Predators’ last nine games against Pacific Division opponents.
- The favorites have won the first period in each of the Predators’ last four games.
Canucks vs Predators Prediction
The Canucks looked good during the regular season, and it’s going to continue the success here. The Predators defense has shown some holes at times, and it’s going to be no different in this game. The Canucks’ offense is going to get out to a fast start, and the Predators are going to have no answer. The Canucks are going to cruise to an easy victory here. Back the Canucks on the money line.