The Winnipeg Jets (51-24-6), second in the NHL standings for the Central Division, host the Vancouver Canucks (50-22-9), first in the Pacific, in an all-Canadian matchup at the Canada Life Centre on Thursday in the final day of the regular season. Both teams are bound for the NHL playoffs, with the Jets playing the Colorado Avalanche and the Canucks to play the Nashville Predators. The Vancouver Canucks beat the Jets 5-0 in the last meeting between these NHL teams on March 9.
Canucks vs Jets Picks
- NHL Pick: Jets -135
Casey DeSmith (2.89 GAA, .895 save percentage) is expected to start in goal for the Canucks and Laurent Brossoit (2.00 GAA, .928 save percentage) is projected to start in goal for the Jets. Want to get an edge on tonight’s game? Check out our scores and odds page for a detailed breakdown of the top matchups of the day.
Let’s take a look at the Winnipeg Jets match odds and the Canucks vs Jets betting analysis.
Canucks vs Jets Odds
BetUS Sportsbook had for you the latest Canucks vs Jets odds:
Looking for a betting edge on the Canucks vs Jets matchup? Check out our top daily picks and parlay to make informed wagers.
Vancouver Canucks vs Winnipeg Jets Information
Vancouver Canucks vs Winnipeg Jets
Location of the game: Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba
Date & Time: Thursday, April 18 at 8 p.m. ET
Where to Watch: ESPN+ and TSN3 (Canada)
Vancouver Canucks vs Winnipeg Jets Recent Scores
The Canucks are 5-4-1 in their last 10 NHL games and are coming off consecutive victories over the Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers. In their 4-1 win over the Flames on Tuesday, the returning Thatcher Demko stopped 39 of 40 shots faced, while Tyler Myers led the team with 2 points (1 goal, 1 assist).
Winnipeg, meanwhile, is the hottest team in the league heading into the NHL playoffs. They are on a seven-game win streak and among the leading NHL picks to win the Stanley Cup. They’ve outscored teams 31-13 during their streak, which includes consecutive shutout victories over the Dallas Stars and Colorado Avalanche.
Vancouver Canucks vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Analysis
Canucks Looking for Third Consecutive Win
Vancouver is looking to head into the playoffs on a three-game winning streak, but they’ll be in tough against the Jets, which are 26-11-3 on home ice this season. The Canucks are 23-13-4 on the road. They rank sixth among NHL teams in goals (3.42), 26th in shots (28.5), fifth in goals allowed (2.68), and sixth in shots allowed (28.6). They’ve allowed just eight goals in their last four games.
For the Vancouver Canucks betting strategy, it’s worth noting the team is 1-4 in their last five games against the Jets. J.T. Miller leads the Canucks in scoring with 103 points (37 goals, 66 assists) and Quinn Hughes, one of the NHL picks to win the Norris Trophy, is second with 91 points (17 goals, 74 assists).
Jets Seeking to End Season on 8-Game Win Streak
Winnipeg is hoping to close the season with eight consecutive victories and they have a good chance at doing so considering their impressive record on home ice and the fact they’ll be up against DeSmith instead of Demko. Winnipeg is averaging more than four goals per game during their winning streak, which is significantly higher than their 3.15 average, which ranks 15th in the league.
The Jets are also 17th in shots (30.4), second in goals allowed (2.42), and 13th in shots allowed (29.7). They’re 4-1 in their last five games against Vancouver, outscoring them 20-14. Mark Scheifele leads the Jets in scoring with 72 points (25 goals, 47 assists) and Josh Morrissey is second with 69 points (10 goals, 59 assists).
Updates
Tucker Poolman is the lone player on the NHL injury report for Vancouver heading into the Canucks vs Jets betting analysis, but the team will likely rest several others. Morgan Barron is out for the Jets with a lower-body injury.
Vancouver Canucks vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Preview
The Canucks are betting underdogs in the Canucks vs Jets betting analysis with +115 moneyline odds and NHL Vegas odds of +1.5 (-235) for the puck line. Conversely, the Jets are -135 moneyline favorites with -1.5 (+180) puck line odds. The total is 5.5.
Vancouver Canucks vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Prediction
- NHL Pick: Jets -135
Discover the latest stats and trends of this matchup here:
If you love sports and want more sports betting information follow us as @InsidersBetDig on Twitter . Sign up to our mailing list for free betting picks. Make sure to visit the best offshore betting sites to maximize your betting experience.
