Seattle Kraken vs Vancouver Canucks Prediction

The Seattle Kraken will beat the Vancouver Canucks. The total will go under.

Examining the offensive output, the Vancouver Canucks are netting approximately 2.8 goals per game while the Seattle Kraken are scoring about 2.6. However, it’s noteworthy that the Kraken are edging the Canucks in assists per game, averaging around 4.5 compared to Vancouver’s 4.4. When analyzing shots on goal, the Canucks take about 26.6 per game versus the Kraken’s 26.0, indicating that while both teams are creating similar opportunities, the Kraken’s overall defense has been more effective this season.

Defensively, the Kraken have a goals-against average that suggests they allow significantly fewer goals per game compared to what they score. Their power play is slightly weaker, converting 62.2 percent, as opposed to Vancouver’s 64.1 percent. This could be a deciding factor, as special teams play will be crucial. Additionally, both teams are struggling to capitalize on power play chances, which might lead to a lower-scoring game. Thus, with the Kraken’s solid defense and the Canucks’ inconsistent scoring ability, I foresee the Kraken securing a victory with a final total under the typical scoring averages for both teams.