The Vegas Golden Knights (49-22-10) and Vancouver Canucks (38-29-14) are set to face off in their final regular-season matchup at Rogers Arena in Vancouver. The Golden Knights have already secured a playoff spot, while the Canucks, eliminated from postseason contention, will look to end their season on a high note in front of their home fans.
Game Details
- Matchup: Vegas Golden Knights vs. Vancouver Canucks
- Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
- Time: 10:00 PM ET
- Location: Rogers Arena, Vancouver, BC
- TV Broadcast: TNT, truTV, MAX
- Betting Odds: Canucks (-115), Golden Knights (-105) Over/Under: 5.5 goals
Team Breakdown
Vegas Golden Knights
- Record: 49-22-10 (1st in Pacific Division)
- Season Series: 3-0 vs. Vancouver
- Recent Performance: The Golden Knights are coming off a 5-4 shootout loss to the Calgary Flames but have won four of their last six games. They boast one of the best power plays in the NHL (29.1%), with Tomas Hertl (14) and Pavel Dorofeyev (13) leading in power-play goals.
- Key Players:
- Jack Eichel (C) – 93 points (27 goals, 66 assists).
- Pavel Dorofeyev (LW) – Leads the team with 33 goals.
- William Karlsson (C) – Has won 58.1% of his faceoffs this season.
- Goaltending: Adin Hill (27-12-5, 2.39 GAA, .915 SV%) is expected to start. He made 19 saves in their last win over Vancouver.
Vancouver Canucks
- Record: 38-29-14 (6th in Pacific Division)
- Season Series: 0-3 vs. Vegas
- Recent Performance: The Canucks are coming off a 2-1 overtime win against the San Jose Sharks, with Jake DeBrusk scoring the game-winner. Vancouver has struggled against Vegas historically, holding a 7-15-2 all-time record against them.
- Key Players:
- Quinn Hughes (D) – Leads the team with 76 points (16 goals, 60 assists).
- Brock Boeser (RW) – 25 goals, 25 assists.
- Jake DeBrusk (LW) – Team-leading 28 goals, including 14 power-play goals.
- Goaltending: Kevin Lankinen (25-15-10, 2.64 GAA, .901 SV%) is expected to start. He has a 3-3-2 career record against Vegas.
Game Outlook
The Golden Knights have dominated the season series, winning all three matchups against Vancouver. Vegas has been strong offensively, ranking fifth in the NHL in goals per game (3.33), while Vancouver has struggled, ranking 22nd (2.86 goals per game).
With Vegas resting key players like Mark Stone and Noah Hanifin, Vancouver could have an opportunity to capitalize on home ice. However, the Golden Knights’ elite power play and strong defensive structure make them the favorites.
Vegas Golden Knights – 115
Vancouver Canucks 5.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, April 15, 2025
