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Vegas Golden Knights vs Vancouver Canucks Prediction 4-2-24 Picks

Vancouver Canucks (46-20-8) vs. Vegas Golden Knights (41-25-8)
April 2, 2024 10:00 pm EDT
The Line: Vegas Golden Knights -128 / Vancouver Canucks +104; Over/Under: 5.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Canucks vs Godlen Knights betting prediction for this NHL showdown on Tuesday, April 2nd at T-Mobile Arena. We will take a look at: 

-The Vancouver Canucks recent form and recent player performance

-The Vegas Golden Knights recent form and recent player performance

-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between the Canucks and Golden Knights. 

Canucks Coming off a Victory

The Canucks have played well this season and they are coming off a victory in the last game against the Ducks. It was a close game but they were able to secure the 3-2 victory. Dakota Joshua had a strong game scoring two goals. The Canucks are averaging 3.45 goals, while their defense is giving up 2.64 goals per game. The offense is ranked 6th in the league, while the defense is ranked 5th. J.T. Miller has scored 35 goals and added 59 assists. 

Golden Knights Have Won Two Games in a Row

Vegas has played well heading into this game, and they have won two games in a row. On Thursday, the Golden Knights faced off against the Winnipeg Jets, and they were able to secure the 4-1 victory. In the last game against the Minnesota Wild, they were able to win 2-1 in overtime. The Golden Knights are averaging 3.16 goals, while their defense is giving up 2.89 goals per game. Jonathan Marchessault has scored 40 goals and added 23 assists so far this season. 

Vegas Golden Knights Team Facts

  • The Golden Knights have lost each of their last six night games following a road win.
  • The underdogs have covered the puck line in each of the last eight games between the Canucks and Golden Knights.
  • The road team has won the first period in each of the last four games between the Canucks and Golden Knights.
  • The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Golden Knights’ last 10 home games against opponents on a losing streak.

Vancouver Canucks Team Facts

  • The Canucks have won five of their last six games as underdogs against Pacific Division opponents.
  • The Canucks have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last seven games against opponents on a winning streak.
  • The favorites have won the first period in eight of the Canucks’ last nine games.
  • The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in each of the Canucks’ last six games as underdogs against Pacific Division opponents.

Canucks vs Golden Knights Betting Prediction

The Canucks are averaging 3.45 goals, and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. Vegas is averaging 3.16 goals per game, and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. The Canucks and Golden Knights are both going to run up the score here, and that is going to be the difference, as this game is going to be a shootout. Back the over to cash. 

Shane Mickle's Free Pick: Over

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Shane Mickle

Sports is about all Shane knows in this life! He has a passion for sports and writing, which makes working for Sportschatplace a perfect job for him! If you find him cheering for a team it's usually a Minnesota team, or the Kansas Jayhawks!

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