Golden Knights vs Canucks NHL Predictions, Odds & Best Bets (4/8): Vegas Eyes Series Victory

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It’s a quiet night around the National Hockey League with only two games on Monday’s schedule. The second of the pair pits the Vegas Golden Knights (42-26-8) against the Vancouver Canucks (47-22-8) at Rogers Arena with a 10 p.m. ET puck drop.

#Canucks closed the road trip in Los Angeles tonight where the team saw goals from Brock Boeser, Dakota Joshua and Teddy Blueger, but ultimately fell short 6-3. @MichelobULTRACA HIGHLIGHTS | https://t.co/IBXxPCZWHB pic.twitter.com/U6GbO0UsUH

— Vancouver Canucks (@Canucks) April 7, 2024

The Canucks ended their three-game road trip on a low note, falling 6-3 to the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday. Meanwhile, the Golden Knights saw their three-game winning streak with Friday’s 7-4 loss to the Arizona Coyotes that saw Vegas blow a three-goal lead.

A win tonight could solidify either team’s championship odds. Vegas currently owns the eighth-best 2023-24 Stanley Cup odds (+1200) on BetOnline while Vancouver is right in the rearview at +1400 (9th).

In terms of present betting opportunities, you’ve come to the right place. Keep scrolling for all of my Golden Knights vs. Canucks NHL predictions and best bets.

Golden Knights vs Canucks NHL Betting Tonight (4/8)

Golden Knights vs Canucks Matchup Information

• Matchup: Vegas Golden Knights (42-26-8, 18-15-6 Away) vs. Vancouver Canucks (47-22-8, 25-9-4 Home)
• Venue & Location: Rogers Arena (Vancouver, BC)
• Date: Monday, April 8, 2024
• Game Time: 10 p.m. Eastern Time
• How to Watch Golden Knights vs. Canucks: ESPN+

Canucks vs Golden Knights NHL Betting Odds

Canucks vs. Golden Knights odds are courtesy of BetOnline as of Monday, April 8 at 9:53 a.m. ET. Odds from other top online sportsbooks may also be mentioned in this article.

Golden Knights vs Canucks Puck Line

• Vegas Golden Knights +1.5 (-245)
• Vancouver Canucks -1.5 (+205)

Canucks vs Golden Knights Over/Under

• Over 6 Goals (-101)
• Under 6 Goals (-115)

Golden Knights vs Canucks Moneyline

• Vegas Golden Knights (+106)
• Vancouver Canucks (-119)

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Golden Knights vs Canucks NHL Betting Trends

• Vegas is 4-1 straight up in its last five road games vs. Vancouver.
• Vancouver is 5-1 straight up in its last six games as the favorite.
• The total hit the Over in eight of Vegas’ last 12 road games.
• The total hit the Under in six of Vancouver’s last seven home games.
• The total hit the Over in six of the last 10 Vegas-Vancouver matchups.

Golden Knights vs Canucks NHL Predictions & Pick (4/8): Can Vancouver Even Season Series?

Tonight’s meeting is a massive one when it comes to potential playoff implications. The Canucks head into the upcoming showdown with a Pacific Division-leading 102 points while the Golden Knights occupy the Western Conference’s second wild-card spot with 92. Depending on how the rest of the season unfolds, these two divisional rivals could meet in a first-round playoff matchup.

Having said that, Vegas has had the upper hand as it heads into its regular-season finale against Vancouver. The Golden Knights have won two of the three previous showdowns between these teams this season, most recently notching a 6-3 win at T-Mobile Arena on April 2.

Even though that victory took place in Sin City, it isn’t as if Vegas hasn’t had any success north of the border. The Golden Knights boast a 4-1 SU record across their last five trips to Vancouver, most recently notching a 4-1 win against the Canucks at Rogers Arena on Oct. 30, 2023.

Aside from the loss to the Coyotes, the Golden Knights have played well on the road lately, going 3-1-1 in their last five away matchups.

At the same time, the Canucks are 5-1 SU in their last six home games, which includes winning three in a row. That’s without mentioning how they’ve also won five of their six previous outings as the favorite.

Having said that, Vancouver needs better goaltending if it wants that trend to continue. Allowing six goals twice in the last three games is certainly a concern.

Time will tell if Canucks goaltender Case DeSmith can finally break out of his slump. He’s lost each of his last four starts, tallying a putrid 4.36 goals-against average and .847 save percentage along the way.

Meanwhile, the Golden Knights are likely rolling with Logan Thompson, who looks nearly unstoppable lately. The veteran netminder has backstopped his way to a 6-1-0 record with a 2.05 GAA and .931 SV% in his last seven appearances.

Do the Canucks have what it takes to beat Golden Knights G Logan Thompson? 

The Canucks are a great team and have thrived at home all year, but I like the Golden Knights tonight. Vegas has been the better team lately, even winning three of its last four games. The Golden Knights have also had a ton of recent success at Rogers Arena and just blew out the Canucks less than a week ago. I smell an upset.

With that in mind, let’s stick with the Golden Knights on the moneyline. There’s some nice value to be had at +106 odds, so don’t hesitate to pounce before the line moves even more.

Golden Knights vs Canucks NHL Prediction: VGK wins

Best Golden Knights vs Canucks NHL Bet: VGK ML (+106)

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Best Golden Knights vs Canucks NHL Player Prop (4/8)

With the way he’s been playing lately, I’d be silly not to take the Over on Jack Eichel’s 3.5-shot total.

Eichel has been the straw that stirs the drink for Vegas, generating a team-high 91 shots on goal in his last 18 games. Not only did he average 5.1 SOG during that stretch, but he also finished with the Over 14 times — including in four of his last five outings.

Having also finished with the Over in seven of his last nine meetings with the Canucks, I’d be shocked if Eichel doesn’t pull through again.

Best Golden Knights vs Canucks Prop Bet: Jack Eichel o3.5 Shots on Goal (-126)

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