The Seattle Kraken are set to face off against the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Arena tonight at 10:30 PM EST, marking the second half of a back-to-back for the Kraken. This NHL regular season game is a crucial divisional matchup for both teams, as they look to climb the ranks in the Western Pacific Division.

Team Records and Recent Performances

The Kraken currently hold a record of 17-14-7, placing them 7th in the Western Pacific Division. They are coming off a 4-1 victory against the Nashville Predators. Matthew Beniers had a standout performance in that game, scoring two goals.

The Canucks, with a record of 16-20-3, are just behind the Kraken in 8th place in the same division. However, they are looking to rebound from a recent 6-3 loss to the Philadelphia Flyers. In their previous encounter this season, the Canucks edged out the Kraken with a 3-2 shootout victory.

Key Storylines for the Kraken

The Kraken have been on a strong run, winning five of their last six games. Their penalty kill has been particularly effective, negating 14 of 15 power play attempts by opponents in the last six games. Goaltender Philipp Grubauer had an impressive showing against the Predators, saving 24 shots. Due to a back-to-back, Joey Daccord is expected to start in goal against the Canucks.

Forward Jordan Eberle has been a consistent offensive threat for the Kraken, with 14 goals and 12 assists this season. Chandler Stephenson has also been contributing, with five goals and four assists in his last 10 games.

Canucks' Outlook

The Canucks are aiming to start 2026 on a positive note with a win on home ice. Despite their recent struggles at Rogers Arena, where they have a 4-12-1 record, the Canucks will look to capitalize on their earlier win against the Kraken.

Drew O'Connor and Linus Karlsson have been performing well recently, each scoring two goals in their last three games. Thatcher Demko is expected to start in goal for the Canucks.

Players to Watch

• Seattle Kraken: Jordan Eberle, Chandler Stephenson, and Eeli Tolvanen.
• Vancouver Canucks: Elias Pettersson, Drew O'Connor, and Linus Karlsson.

Prediction

The Vancouver Canucks are favored to win with a moneyline of -183. The over/under is set at 6.0, with a slight lean towards the under.