Vancouver Canucks vs Vegas Golden Knights Prediction

Vancouver Canucks vs Vegas Golden Knights Game Analysis | 02.04.26 | NHL

In a regular-season matchup scheduled for February 4th, 2026, at 10:00 PM PST in T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, the Vancouver Canucks (18-32-6) will face off against the Vegas Golden Knights (25-16-14). This contest features two teams currently on different trajectories in the NHL standings.

Vancouver Canucks Team Performance

The Vancouver Canucks are enduring a challenging season, reflected in their 18-32-6 record. Their recent performance has been significantly hampered by a substantial injury crisis, severely impacting their depth and overall competitiveness. The absence of key players has led to defensive vulnerabilities and inconsistent offensive output. While individual talents like Elias Pettersson strive to carry the load, the team’s ability to sustain pressure and prevent goals has been severely compromised, particularly with their starting netminder out for the season.

Vancouver Canucks Key Players

Points: Elias Pettersson (34)
Goals: Elias Pettersson (13)
Assists: Filip Hronek (27)

Injury Report Vancouver Canucks

Marco Rossi (Injured reserve): Rossi (lower body) suffered a setback and won’t be back until after the Olympic break, Farhan Lalji of TSN reports Tuesday.
Zeev Buium (Injured reserve): Buium (face) is dealing with a broken bone near his cheek and isn’t expected to be available until after the 2026 Winter Olympics, according to Iain MacIntyre of Sportsnet on Tuesday.
Brock Boeser (Injured reserve): Boeser has to go through concussion protocol before being cleared to return to the lineup, Iain MacIntyre of Sportsnet reports Tuesday.
Thatcher Demko (Injured reserve): Demko will undergo hip surgery and miss the remainder of the 2025-26 campaign, the Canucks announced Tuesday.
Derek Forbort (Injured reserve): Forbort (undisclosed) was placed on long-term injured reserve Tuesday.

Vegas Golden Knights Team Performance

The Vegas Golden Knights enter this game with a solid 25-16-14 record, positioning them as strong contenders. Their recent form suggests a well-rounded team capable of both offensive firepower and disciplined defense. With a roster featuring dynamic forwards and a sturdy blueline, Vegas consistently generates scoring opportunities and maintains control in their defensive zone. They excel at leveraging their home-ice advantage and capitalizing on opponents’ weaknesses, making them a formidable force.

Vegas Golden Knights Key Players

Points: Jack Eichel (64)
Goals: Pavel Dorofeyev (24)
Assists: Jack Eichel (45)

Prediction: Vancouver Canucks vs Vegas Golden Knights

Considering the significant disparity in team health and current standings, the Vegas Golden Knights are the clear favorites in this contest. The Canucks’ extensive injury list, particularly the season-ending loss of goaltender Thatcher Demko and key offensive contributors like Brock Boeser and Marco Rossi, severely handicaps their chances. Vegas’s potent offense, led by Jack Eichel’s 64 points, will likely exploit Vancouver’s depleted defensive core and backup goaltending. Given the Canucks’ struggles and the Golden Knights’ offensive prowess, we predict the total goals to go over 6.5.

Last 5 Games: VAN

Form:

LLWLL

VS @ Utah

L 6-2

PTS 18-32-6

GOL Lankinen

AST Blueger

VS vs Toronto

L 3-2 SO

PTS 18-31-6

GOL Tolopilo

AST Tolopilo

VS vs Anaheim

W 2-0

PTS 18-31-5

GOL Tolopilo

AST Tolopilo

VS vs San Jose

L 5-2

PTS 17-31-5

GOL Lankinen

AST DeBrusk

VS vs Pittsburgh

L 3-2

PTS 17-30-5

GOL Lankinen

AST Blueger

Opponent	Result	Points	Goles	Assists
@ Utah	L 6-2	18-32-6	Lankinen	Blueger
vs Toronto	L 3-2 SO	18-31-6	Tolopilo	Tolopilo
vs Anaheim	W 2-0	18-31-5	Tolopilo	Tolopilo
vs San Jose	L 5-2	17-31-5	Lankinen	DeBrusk
vs Pittsburgh	L 3-2	17-30-5	Lankinen	Blueger

Last 5 Games: VGK

Form:

LLLLL

VS @ Anaheim

L 4-3

PTS 25-16-14

GOL Hill

AST Stone

VS vs Seattle

L 3-2

PTS 25-15-14

GOL Schmid

AST Eichel

VS vs Dallas

L 5-4 SO

PTS 25-14-14

GOL Hill

AST Marner

VS @ Montreal

L 3-2 OT

PTS 25-14-13

GOL Schmid

AST Dorofeyev

VS @ Ottawa

L 7-1

PTS 25-14-12

GOL Hill

AST Hertl

Opponent	Result	Points	Goles	Assists
@ Anaheim	L 4-3	25-16-14	Hill	Stone
vs Seattle	L 3-2	25-15-14	Schmid	Eichel
vs Dallas	L 5-4 SO	25-14-14	Hill	Marner
@ Montreal	L 3-2 OT	25-14-13	Schmid	Dorofeyev
@ Ottawa	L 7-1	25-14-12	Hill	Hertl

Vancouver Canucks vs Vegas Golden Knights Prediction | NHL 02.04.26