Islanders vs Canucks statistics
| Stat |
Islanders |
Canucks |
| Goals For per Game |
2.50 |
3.21 |
| Goals Against per Game |
3.13 |
3.07 |
| Shots per Game |
30.7 |
28.1 |
| Shots Against per Game |
30.0 |
27.4 |
| Power Play Goals |
6 |
9 |
| Power Play Goals Against |
12 |
7 |
| Short Handed Goals |
2 |
0 |
| Short Handed Goals Against |
0 |
0 |
| Penalty Minutes |
86 |
119 |
| Power Play Percentage |
12.5 |
20.5 |
| Penalty Kill Percentage |
64.7 |
83.7 |
Vancouver Canucks recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 11/12/24 |
vs Calgary Flames |
W |
3-1 |
| 11/9/24 |
vs Edmonton Oilers |
L |
7-3 |
| 11/7/24 |
@ Los Angeles Kings |
W |
4-2 |
| 11/5/24 |
@ Anaheim Ducks |
W |
5-1 |
| 11/2/24 |
@ San Jose Sharks |
W |
3-2 |
New York Islanders recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 11/12/24 |
@ Edmonton Oilers |
L |
4-3 OT |
| 11/9/24 |
vs New Jersey Devils |
L |
4-3 OT |
| 11/7/24 |
@ Ottawa Senators |
W |
4-2 |
| 11/5/24 |
vs Pittsburgh Penguins |
W |
4-3 SO |
| 11/3/24 |
@ New York Rangers |
L |
5-2 |
Islanders vs Canucks predictions
As the New York Islanders gear up to face the Vancouver Canucks, all eyes will likely be on Kyle Palmieri, who's been lighting up the scoreboard for the Islanders. With seven goals to his name this season, Palmieri shows no signs of slowing down. Considering his robust performance and current form, he could be pivotal in breaking through the Canucks' defense. Meanwhile, the condition of Maxim Tsyplakov could add an interesting twist. Listed day-to-day, his participation could significantly bolster the Islanders' offensive play, especially with his team-leading eight assists. His presence on the ice could indeed be a game-changer.
Shifting focus to the Vancouver Canucks, the absence of Brock Boeser, one of their top goal scorers, might be felt deeply in this matchup. This puts additional pressure on players like Quinn Hughes, whose stellar contribution of 13 assists and 16 points so far makes him a critical playmaker for the Canucks. With the Canucks playing at home in Rogers Arena, the crowd's energy might just be the extra push players like Hughes need to step up their game and fill the void left by Boeser's injury. This could be a prime opportunity for other Canucks to rise to the occasion.
Considering the strengths and current challenges faced by both teams, this game promises to be a closely contested battle. However, with the Canucks playing on their home ice and their slightly better current season record, they might have a slight edge. The Islanders, although strong contenders with potential surprise elements like Tsyplakov's possible participation, will need to pull off something special to overcome the Canucks, especially in an energized Rogers Arena. My gut says to lean towards a Canucks victory in what should be an engaging matchup between these two teams.
Vancouver Canucks injuries
- Brock Boeser (RW): Out
- Dakota Joshua (C): Injured Reserve
- Derek Forbort (D): Out
- J.T. Miller (C): Day-To-Day
- Tyler Myers (D): Day-To-Day
New York Islanders injuries
- Mike Reilly (D): Injured Reserve
- Alexander Romanov (D): Day-To-Day
- Mathew Barzal (C): Injured Reserve
- Adam Pelech (D): Injured Reserve
- Anthony Duclair (LW): Injured Reserve
Islanders vs Canucks game info
| Type |
Info |
| Venue |
Rogers Arena |
| Location |
Vancouver, BC |
| Puck drop |
Thu 10:00 PM |
