Canucks vs Flames Prediction
The Vancouver Canucks and Calgary Flames face off on Thursday in an NHL showdown at Scotiabank Saddledome.
Canucks Will Have Tired Legs
The Canucks are going to have tired legs heading into this game after playing a game on Wednesday night against the New York Islanders. On Sunday the Canucks faced off against the Montreal Canadiens and they scored five goals on the way to the three goal victory. Brock Boeser had a solid game scoring a goal and adding an assist. The Canucks are averaging 4.4 goals while their defense is giving up 2.2 goals per game. The offense is ranked 1st while the defense is ranked 4th. Elias Petterson has scored seven gaols and added 18 assists.
Flames Look to Build Off Last Win
The Flames come into this game with a 5-8-2 record overall and they sure looked impressive in the last game. On Tuesday, the Canadiens scored only two goals, but the defense gave up only one goal and that led to the victory. Connor Zary scored a goal and added an assist. The Flames on the season are averaging 2.6 goals while their defense is giving up 3.4 goals per game. The offense is ranked 28th, and they need to find a way to get the offense going against the tired legs of Canucks.
Shane’s Free Pick
On level ice, the Canucks would be the play, but they are going to have tired legs, and that is going to hurt them here. The Flames defense is coming off a strong start and they are going to lockdown again in this game. This is going to be a very comfortable victory for the Flames here. Back the Flames on the money line to cash here.
