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Vancouver Canucks on Brink of Pacific Division Title, Face Calgary Flames in Crucial Matchup

The Vancouver Canucks will have a chance to secure the Pacific division title with a victory on Tuesday night when they face the Calgary Flames at 10:00 p.m. EST at Rogers Arena. Despite a recent 5-4-1 record in their last ten games, the Canucks have accumulated an impressive 107 points in 80 games. On the other hand, the Flames, who are no longer in playoff contention, are on a two-game winning streak and currently have 79 points after 80 games. Vancouver is favored to win the game, with the opening line at -205 and the current line at Vancouver -215.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Flames +180 | Canucks -215
• Spread: Flames +1.5 (-140) | Canucks -1.5 (+120)
• Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Vancouver will win straight-up is 68%.

Calgary vs Vancouver Stats

Calgary Flames

Calgary is aiming to finish the season on a positive note despite their current power ranking of 18. They recently secured a comeback win against the Arizona Coyotes, with key contributions from players like Nazem Kadri, Rasmus Andersson, and Andrei Kuzmenko. Kadri leads the team in points, while Blake Coleman leads in goals. The team's offensive performance places them in the middle of the pack in shots and goals scored per game, with a struggling power play. Defensively, the Flames rank in the middle of the league in shots against, penalty kill success, and goals against per game. Goalie Jacob Markstrom has been solid this season, while defenseman MacKenzie Weegar leads the blue-liners in points. With several injured players and a mixed performance across different statistical categories, Calgary is focused on ending the season on a high note.

Vancouver Canucks Analysis

The Vancouver Canucks notched an important 3-1 victory over the Edmonton Oilers in their most recent game, solidifying their position at the top of the Pacific division. Conor Garland was particularly strong, registering seven shots on goal and one assist, while Casey DeSmith made 32 saves for the Canucks. Overall, Vancouver's offensive performance has been consistently impressive this season, with standout players such as J.T. Miller and Brock Boeser leading the charge. The team ranks #3 in the NHL for goals per game and boasts a potent power play. Defensively, Thatcher Demko has been a standout in goal, helping the team achieve a solid goals against average. Despite a couple of key players being sidelined with injuries, the Canucks maintain a strong overall record and look poised for a successful playoff run. In head-to-head matchups, Vancouver has had success against Calgary, winning two out of three recent games.

Vancouver Canucks Poised for Division Title with Crucial Game Against Calgary Flames

A victory for Vancouver in this upcoming game would secure the division title, prompting the team to put forth their best effort. This win is crucial in allowing the players to have additional rest leading up to the final regular season game. Despite the Canucks' recent .500 record in the last eight games, they maintain a superior overall performance compared to Calgary, who has suffered six losses in their last ten games. Vancouver has emerged victorious in three of the last four matchups against the Flames, who are currently facing challenges due to key player injuries, including Blake Coleman and Dan Vladar. Calgary's goalies have demonstrated a GAA of 3.2 and a save percentage of 88.2% in their recent five games, which may prove insufficient against Vancouver's strong offensive capabilities. While betting on the Canucks with the spread may appear favorable, a cautious approach is advised due to Vancouver's inconsistent performance and limited history of winning by a margin of 2+ goals in their last nine encounters with the Flames.

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