Anaheim Ducks vs Vancouver Canucks Betting Pick & Prediction for NHL Regular Season on 1/29

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The Anaheim Ducks will visit the Vancouver Canucks for an NHL regular season game. The game takes place at Rogers Arena on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 10:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+.

The Ducks come into this game with a record of 28-22-3. They hold a strong position in the Western Pacific Division, ranking third. Meanwhile, the Canucks have struggled this season, holding a record of 17-31-5 and sitting eighth in the same division.

Ducks vs Canucks Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Anaheim Ducks vs. Vancouver Canucks
  • Venue: Rogers Arena
  • Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026
  • Betting Odds:
    • Anaheim Ducks Puck Line: -1.5 (+174)
    • Vancouver Canucks Puck Line: +1.5 (-213)
    • Anaheim Ducks MoneyLine: -140
    • Vancouver Canucks MoneyLine: +118
    • Over/Under: 6.5

Anaheim Ducks Team Preview

The Anaheim Ducks have shown mixed results in their recent games. They secured a win against the Calgary Flames with a close 4-3 score. However, they faced a tough loss against the Edmonton Oilers, falling 7-4 despite a high shot count.

Mikael Granlund has been a standout player, especially in the game against the Oilers, where he scored three goals. Beckett Sennecke also had a strong performance with two assists and seven shots on goal in the same game. Their ability to find the net in crucial moments is key for the team.

Ville Husso has seen varied performance in the net. In the game against the Oilers, he allowed five goals. The Ducks need a solid performance from their goaltenders to succeed in upcoming games.

Vancouver Canucks Team Preview

The Vancouver Canucks have had a tough stretch recently. They faced the San Jose Sharks and lost 5-2. The Canucks managed 25 shots on goal, with Elias Pettersson and Jake DeBrusk each providing two assists.

In a close game against the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Canucks fell short 3-2. Jake DeBrusk scored a goal and added five shots on goal. The Canucks had 32 shots on goal and 25 hits in that contest.

Despite their struggles, the Canucks have some standout players. Elias Pettersson has 33 points this season, and Jake DeBrusk has contributed 27 points. Kevin Lankinen has been the main goaltender, recording 713 saves this season.

BTB Betting Pick

The Anaheim Ducks are favored to win against the Vancouver Canucks with a moneyline of -140. Based on current stats, the Ducks have a slight edge in goals and assists. The projected score is Anaheim Ducks 4, Vancouver Canucks 3. With these factors, the pick is for the Anaheim Ducks to win straight up.

The total for the game is set at 6.5 goals. Both teams have shown strong offensive stats, with the Ducks ranked 8th in goals and the Canucks having a solid number of power play goals. The projected total is 7 goals. Therefore, the recommendation is to take the Over at -128.