The Vancouver Canucks hit the road for a Pacific Division showdown against the Seattle Kraken on Monday, December 29, 2025. The Canucks are struggling to find consistency amid injuries and a poor home record, sitting near the bottom of the division, while the Kraken ride a four-game win streak and look to climb the standings with improved goaltending and depth scoring.
This matchup could feature high-energy play, with Seattle’s recent defensive surge potentially clashing against Vancouver’s opportunistic offense.
Venue Location
The game will take place at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington.
This 17,100-seat venue, home to the Kraken since 2021, is known for its sustainable design and raucous atmosphere that often energizes the home team.
Puck drop is set for 10:00 p.m. ET (7:00 p.m. PT).
The game will be streamed on ESPN+ and Fubo, with local broadcasts available on regional networks.
Injury Report
Both teams are dealing with key absences, but Seattle has seen some positive returns, while Vancouver’s forward depth remains a concern.
Vancouver Canucks:
Filip Chytil (C): Out – Upper body.
Teddy Blueger (C): Out – Undisclosed.
Elias Pettersson (C): Out – Illness.
Guillaume Brisebois (D): Out – Undisclosed.
Jake DeBrusk (LW): Questionable – Likely to sit out due to forward surplus and minor issue.
Other notes: The Canucks are managing center depth without multiple key pivots, forcing reliance on J.T. Miller and others.
Seattle Kraken:
Brandon Montour (D): Out – Hand (on IR, expected out until mid-January).
Jaden Schwartz (C): Out – Undisclosed.
Matt Murray (G): Out – Undisclosed.
Other notes: Vince Dunn (D) and Jared McCann (LW) have recently returned from injuries, bolstering the lineup.
Vancouver’s center injuries could hinder faceoffs and transition play, giving Seattle an edge in possession.
Player Matchups
Projected lineups emphasize Seattle’s balanced attack against Vancouver’s star-driven offense. For Vancouver: J.T. Miller – Brock Boeser – Kiefer Sherwood (top line); Thatcher Demko in goal (if available). For Seattle: Jared McCann – Matty Beniers – Jordan Eberle (top line); Joey Daccord in goal.
J.T. Miller (VAN C) vs. Matty Beniers (SEA C): Miller’s physicality and scoring (team-leading points) will test Beniers’ speed and two-way play, potentially dictating center-ice battles.
Brock Boeser (VAN RW) vs. Vince Dunn (SEA D): Boeser’s shot volume faces Dunn’s mobility on the blue line, especially on the power play where Dunn’s return adds puck-moving threat.
Quinn Hughes (VAN D) vs. Jared McCann (SEA LW): Hughes’ elite skating and assists could exploit gaps, but McCann’s recent form (goals in return) might create counterattack opportunities.
Thatcher Demko (VAN G) vs. Joey Daccord (SEA G): A goaltending duel where Demko’s experience meets Daccord’s hot streak (strong saves in recent wins).
With Dunn back, Seattle’s defense may neutralize Vancouver’s top line, shifting focus to special teams.
Recent Team Forms
Vancouver has been inconsistent, dropping three of their last five with defensive lapses, while Seattle is surging on a four-game win streak, allowing just 1.75 goals per game in that span.
Vancouver Canucks (2-3-0 in last 5 games): Averaging 2.6 goals per game but conceding 4.0, with road form offering some hope (11-8-2 away overall).
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
| Dec 27 | vs. San Jose | L | 2-4 |
| Dec 22 | vs. Philadelphia | L | 2-5 |
| Dec 20 | at Ottawa | W | 4-3 |
| Dec 18 | vs. Toronto | L | 1-3 |
| Dec 16 | at Montreal | W | 5-2 |
Seattle Kraken (4-0-1 in last 5 games): Scoring 3.4 goals per game and tightening defense, with strong home play (7-7-3 at Climate Pledge).
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
| Dec 28 | vs. Philadelphia | W | 4-1 |
| Dec 23 | vs. Los Angeles | W | 3-2 |
| Dec 20 | at Vegas | W | 4-3 (OT) |
| Dec 18 | vs. Minnesota | W | 2-1 |
| Dec 14 | at Dallas | L (OT) | 3-4 |
Series History
The all-time series is closely contested, with Vancouver holding a slight edge at 8-7-0 over 15 meetings.
Seattle has won 7 of the 15, including recent dominance with victories in 6 of the last 9.
In their most recent clash (preseason or prior season), games have often been high-scoring, with overs hitting in 4 of the last 6. Vancouver is 4-3 in Seattle but has struggled lately on the road against the Kraken.
Betting Trends
Canucks: 4-6 ATS in last 10; 6-4 ATS on the road; unders in 5 of last 10.
Kraken: 7-3 ATS in last 10; 5-5 ATS at home; unders in 6 of last 10 home games.
Head-to-head: Kraken 5-2 ATS in last 7; over is 4-3 in those games.
Seattle is 8-4 as home favorites this season, while Vancouver is 5-7 as road underdogs.
Game Odds
Vancouver Canucks – 112
Seattle Kraken 5.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, December 28, 2025
