Thatcher Demko has been ock solid for the Canucks this year, and his strong play will lead to a low total.
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The Vancouver Canucks will look to hand the visiting Chicago Blackhawks a fourth consecutive loss at Rogers Arena on Wednesday, November 5.
My Blackhawks vs. Canucks predictions and NHL picks call for Vancouver to batten down the defensive hatches in a low-scoring game tonight.
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Blackhawks vs Canucks Best bet: Under 5.5 (+115)
The Vancouver Canucks return home following a 2-1 road trip, and head coach Adam Foote has to be preaching better attention to defensive detail with the club allowing the 10th-most goals per game (3.21) and ranking 28th in Corsi For percentage at 5-on-5.
Vancouver has received excellent goaltending from No. 1 Thatcher Demko, and he’s been particularly stingy on home ice with an elite .930 SV% and 1.68 GAA.
The Chicago Blackhawks have also benefited from tendy Spencer Knight showing signs of becoming a true franchise goalie. Knight sports a rock-solid .913 SV% and 2.62 GAA to go along with his second-ranked 11.37 goals saved above expected through nine appearances.
With the Canucks averaging the 10th-fewest goals per game (2.71) while generating the fifth-fewest expected goals per 60 minutes at 5-on-5, I expect another solid showing from Knight tonight.
Vancouver should also be able to hold the Blackhawks in check. Chicago is playing the final leg of a four-game road trip, and the Hawks have been held to just six goals through the first three stops.
As highlighted, this is a tough schedule spot for Chicago, especially because the Hawks are struggling offensively. It’s also an opportunity for Vancouver to build on the winning momentum during its own recent roadie.
Additionally, Chicago has won only 25 of its past 82 games, dating back to last season.
Turning to Vancouver winger Jake DeBrusk, he paces the team in shots and also piled up 10 on the highway the last time he faced the Blackhawks.
The Chicago Blackhawks have only won 25 of their last 82 games (-14.15 Units / -17% ROI). Find more NHL betting trends for Blackhawks vs. Canucks.
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