Vancouver-Canucks vs Detroit Red Wings February 2nd 2025

The Red Wings and Canucks are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Canucks will host the game at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Canucks are favored by -1.5 vs. the Red Wings.

Detroit vs. Vancouver Key Information

• Teams: Red Wings at Canucks
• Where: Rogers Arena Vancouver
• Date: Sunday, February 2nd
• Betting Odds VAN -164 | DET +136 O/U 5.5

The Red Wings Can Win If…

With a 2-1 win over the Sabres, the Red Wings improved to 26-21-5. Detroit, favored on the puck line, didn’t cover, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5 line.

After trailing in the first period, the Red Wings responded with two goals in the second. Both of Detroit’s goals came on the power play, courtesy of Dylan Larkin.

Detroit’s offense was held scoreless in the first period but found the net twice in the second. Dylan Larkin scored both goals, bringing his season total to 6 and 7. The Red Wings took 23 shots on goal and had 15 giveaways.

Both of Larkin’s goals came on power plays, with Patrick Kane picking up his 6th assist of the season on the first goal. Alex DeBrincat and Lucas Raymond also added assists, with Raymond now at 10 assists this year.

Defensively, the Red Wings gave up the first goal at 11:39 in the first period, but they shut out the Sabres in the second and third. Cam Talbot made 31 saves with a 96.9% save percentage, and the defense added 16 blocks and 4 takeaways.

• Over their last three games, the Red Wings have gone 3-0 straight up. In addition, their puck line record over this stretch is 3-0 while posting a 1-2 over-under mark.
• Across Detroit’s last ten regular season games, their record sits at 6-4. This includes going 7-3 vs. the puck line along with an over-under mark of 3-5-2.

The Canucks Can Win If…

With a 3-2 win over the Sharks, the Canucks improved to 23-18-10 this season. Vancouver was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 5 goals fell short of that mark.

The Sharks scored first, but the Canucks answered with three goals from two players. Pius Suter tied the game in the second period and scored the game-winner with just 26 seconds left in the third.

Pius Suter led the way for the Canucks in their 3-2 win over the Sharks, scoring twice, including his third and fourth goals of the season. Suter found the net for the first time at 5:19 in the second period, and again with just 26 seconds left in the game. Jake DeBrusk added his first goal of the season at 4:22 in the third period.

Vancouver took 27 shots on goal but gave the puck away 25 times. After a scoreless first period, the Canucks got on the board with Suter’s first goal, and then added two more in the third.

Defensively, the Canucks will look to tighten things up after allowing the first goal at 2:37 into the 2nd period and another at 18:43 in the 3rd. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense contributed 5 takeaways and 24 hits.

• Through their last three games, the Canucks have a record of 2-1. In terms of betting, the team went 2-1 puck line in these matchups. Their over/under record in these matchups is 2-1.
• Vancouver has put together a record of 5-5 in their last ten games (regular season). In these contests, the team went just 5-5 against the spread, while going 5-5 on the over-under.

The Lean

For a moneyline pick, I’m taking the Red Wings to pick up on a win over the Canucks and the road. With the moneyline sitting at +136, I’ll be locking in a bet on the Red Wings straight-up.

Our projections have the Red Wings pulling out a win as the underdog. But if you’re not as bullish as we are on the Red Wings, we’d recommend at least getting a bet down on them to cover the puck line.

With an over/under line sitting at 5.5 goals, we like this game to surpass that mark and recommend getting a bet down on the over.

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New-Look Canucks Host Red-Hot Red Wings

The Vancouver Canucks return home on Sunday night to face a surging Detroit Red Wings squad fresh off a five-game winning streak. But for Canucks fans, all eyes will be on the new roster additions following a series of blockbuster trades.

Canucks Shake Things Up with Major Trades

Vancouver (30-17-5) made two major deals on Friday, headlined by the trade of J.T. Miller to the New York Rangers.

Canucks’ Key Additions:

🔹 Filip Chytil (F) – Dynamic playmaker from the Rangers
🔹 Marcus Pettersson (D) – Defensive anchor from the Penguins
🔹 Drew O’Connor (F) – Hard-nosed forward with upside
🔹 Victor Mancini (D) – Promising young blue-liner
🔹 Two first-round picks (2025, conditional)

While Miller’s exit was expected, it marks a significant shift in Vancouver’s lineup. Will these moves spark momentum, or will the chemistry take time to develop?

Red Wings on a Tear Under Todd McLellan

Detroit (28-16-6) is thriving under new coach Todd McLellan, boasting a 13-4-1 record since he took over after Christmas.

Red Wings’ Recent Hot Streak:

✅ Five straight wins
✅ Dylan Larkin leads with 23 goals (11 in the last 17 games)
✅ Lucas Raymond tops the team with 56 points
✅ Defense tightened up (1.60 GA in last five games)

Despite Saturday’s 3-1 win over Calgary, McLellan wasn’t thrilled with the Red Wings’ slow start.

“We’re going to have to understand that the gas tanks probably aren’t where they need to be,” McLellan said.

Detroit will now try to win back-to-back games for the first time this season under McLellan.

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What to Watch For:

• Will Vancouver’s new acquisitions suit up? GM Patrik Allvin says it’s up to coach Rick Tocchet.
• Can the Red Wings start strong? Detroit struggled early in Calgary.
• Jake DeBrusk’s impact – Leads the Canucks with 18 goals and has been a key offensive threat.
• Quinn Hughes’ hot streak – The defenseman is riding an eight-game point streak.

The Canucks have a lot to prove with a new core, while Detroit is fighting to extend its winning streak. Which team will come out on top?