Vancouver Canucks vs Dallas Stars Game Preview and Prediction 2/27/2023

The Vancouver Canucks and Dallas Stars are set for a matchup tonight from American Airlines Arena in Dallas, Texas. The two squads are scheduled for puck-drop at 8:30 p.m. EST.

The Canucks come into this game reeling at the moment. They have dropped down in the standings and have gone 3-5-2 over their last 10 games overall. Their defense has really let them down, allowing 3.97 goals per game to opponents. It’s been one of the worst around the NHL and is a major reason for their lack of success this season. Yet, despite the struggles on defense, Vancouver does have a good offense. They have averaged 3.32 goals per game and while the defense lets them down, the offense has the ability to put pressure on opposing teams. Vancouver will need to try and generate scoring chances tonight against a tough Dallas defense if they want to hang around in the game long enough for a chance to win.

Dallas enters this game barely holding onto the top spot in the Central Division. They have gone 3-3-4 over their last 10 games and are only two points ahead of the Minnesota Wild in the division race. This is a team that has been led by their defense all season long, only surrendering 2.56 goals per game to opponents. The defense has let them down of late and will need to recoup tonight as they face a tough Vancouver offense. On offense, the Stars have scored 3.19 goals per game. The offense needs to match the intensity of the defense if Dallas wants any chance to make noise come playoff time.

Prediction: Dallas Stars 4, Vancouver Canucks 2

I like the Stars to grab their second victory in a row here tonight. They have struggled lately but against a Canucks team who gives up a ton of goals, I like Dallas to get the win.

Odds Presented By Betfred Sportsbook 

Spread – Vancouver Canucks +1.5 (-120) / Dallas Stars -1.5 (+100)

Moneyline – Vancouver Canucks +220 / Dallas Stars -280

Total – 6.0 – Over (-120) / Under (+100)

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