Detroit Red Wings vs Vancouver Canucks Picks and Prediction for Thursday October 22 2026
Detroit Red Wings vs Vancouver Canucks Game Information
The Detroit Red Wings will travel to Vancouver, British Columbia, Thursday night for a matchup against the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Arena. The game is scheduled to begin at 10:00 PM ET. Detroit comes into Thursday night 3-3-3 this season, having dropped three of the last four after a one-goal loss to Seattle last time out. Vancouver Canucks stay home Thursday, struggling immensely this season at 2-8-1 overall, riding a long losing streak following a three-goal loss. Detroit comes into Thursday as a -170 road favorite. Vancouver is a +142, and the total is 6.5. Stay in the action with our NHL Picks.
Detroit is desperate to get on track
The Detroit offense has been below average this season, scoring 2.44 goals on 29.9 shots. Defensively, Detroit has been solid enough, allowing 2.89 goals on 27 shots, but they've given up ten goals across their last three losses. Alex DeBrincat is leading the Detroit offense this season with 11 points, six goals, and five assists. Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, Emmit Finnie, Lucas Raymond, and Viktor Arviddson are all tied for second on the roster with six points each.
Danill Tarasov struggled in the net last time out for Detroit, giving up three goals on 27 shots to post an .889 save percentage before Seattle won in the shootout. Lucas Raymond and Alex DeBrincat both led the scoring with one goal and one assist each. Viktor Arvidsson Added to the Detroit offense with one goal on three shots.
Key Injury Report for Detroit:
- JT Compher (IR) – Oct 22
- Simon Evinsson (IR-NR) – Oct 31
- Mason Appleton (IR) – Oct 29
- Marco Kasper (IR) – Oct 29
Vancouver tries to end their skid
The Vancouver Canucks offense has averaged three goals on 20.7 shots per game this season. Defensively, Vancouver has been horrendous, allowing 4.64 shots on 33.7 shots, and they've given up 22 goals over their last 5 losses. Elias Pettersson is leading Vancouver this season with 11 points, and he has added a team-high 8 assists. Brock Boeser and Linus Karlsson are both tied for second on the roster with eight points each. Paul Cotter is one of three players on the team with 7 points, and he leads the way with four goals.
Leevi Merilainen struggled in the pipes last time out for Vancouver, giving up 5 goals on 43 shots to post an .884 save percentage. Linus Karlsson, Jonathan Lekkerimaki, and Max Sasson led the Vancouver scoring with 1 goal each.
Key Injury Report for Vancouver:
- Marco Rossi (Day-To-Day) – Oct 22
- Jack Thompaons (IR-NR0 – Oct 31)
- Akil Thomas (IR-NR) – Oct 22
- Mackenzie MacEachern (IR-NR) -Oct 25
- Thatcher Demko (IR) – Dec 21
Detroit Red Wings vs Vancouver Canucks Picks and Prediction
Pick: Detroit Red Wings -170
Detroit has enough offensive talent to make this a difficult matchup for Vancouver, particularly if the Red Wings can establish their forecheck and generate opportunities off turnovers. Dylan Larkin gives Detroit a dangerous offensive option who can create scoring chances with his speed, while Lucas Raymond provides another playmaker capable of taking advantage of defensive breakdowns. Vancouver will attempt to control possession and limit Detroit's opportunities in transition, but the Canucks could have difficulty if the Red Wings consistently get behind their defensive coverage. Detroit will also need to remain disciplined in its own zone and avoid giving Vancouver unnecessary power-play opportunities. The Red Wings should be able to generate enough offensive pressure to keep the Canucks from controlling the game for extended periods. Take Detroit to produce a competitive road performance and come away with the victory.
Pick: Over 6.5
There is potential for plenty of offensive production in this matchup, particularly if Detroit and Vancouver struggle to limit scoring opportunities in transition. The Red Wings have several dangerous offensive players who can capitalize on defensive mistakes, while Vancouver should be able to generate its own opportunities in front of the home crowd. Detroit will look to attack with speed and create openings through the neutral zone, which could lead to quality chances if Vancouver gets caught out of position. The Canucks will need to respond by establishing offensive pressure rather than allowing Detroit to dictate the pace. Both teams could find success around the net if defensive coverage breaks down, and special teams could add to the scoring. Expect an entertaining matchup with enough offensive opportunities to finish above the total.