- The Panthers are a -1.5 goal favorite vs. the Canucks
- Panthers vs. Canucks Total (Over/Under): 6 goals
- TV Channel: SCRI | RSNP
The Florida Panthers (33-30) visit Rogers Arena to take on the Vancouver Canucks (20-38) on Mar. 17 in Vancouver, BC. The puck drop is scheduled for 10:00 pm.
The Panthers are betting favorites in this NHL hockey matchup, with the puck line sitting at -1.5 (+165).
The Panthers vs. Canucks Over/Under is 6 total goals.
Panthers vs. Canucks Odds, Spread, Over/Under:
| Spread (Puck line) | Total (O/U) | 2-Way Moneyline | |
| Panthers | -1.5 +165 | 6 -110 | -150 |
| Canucks | +1.5 -200 | 6 -110 | +125 |
Panthers vs Canucks Prediction:
The winning team model predicts the Panthers will win this game with 71.5% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive and defensive matchups, and recent game results.
Panthers vs Canucks Spread Prediction:
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Panthers will cover the spread with 62.9% confidence.
This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performance for both teams, opening and current betting lines, plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.
NHL Odds at the BetMGM Sportsbook
Panthers Best Bets & Trends
- The Florida Panthers have hit the Game Total Over in 17 of their last 25 away games (+7.95 Units / 28% ROI)
- The Florida Panthers have hit the 3P Game Total Over in 10 of their last 20 away games (+6.55 Units / 25% ROI)
- The Florida Panthers have hit the 1P Game Total Under in 4 of their last 5 games (+3.30 Units / 64% ROI)
- The Florida Panthers have covered the 3P Puck Line in 14 of their last 25 away games (+1.85 Units / 5% ROI)
- The Florida Panthers have covered the 1P Puck Line in 5 of their last 9 games (+1.45 Units / 12% ROI)
Canucks Best Bets & Trends
- The Vancouver Canucks have hit the 3P Game Total Under in 9 of their last 20 games at home (+6.00 Units / 29% ROI)
- The Vancouver Canucks have covered the 1P Puck Line in 7 of their last 8 games at home (+4.95 Units / 34% ROI)
- The Vancouver Canucks have hit the 1P Game Total Over in 7 of their last 9 games (+4.25 Units / 35% ROI)
- The Vancouver Canucks have hit the 2P Game Total Under in 4 of their last 5 games (+4.00 Units / 58% ROI)
- The Vancouver Canucks have hit the Game Total Over in 7 of their last 11 games (+3.65 Units / 30% ROI)
Panthers Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Panthers are 22-44 against the spread this NHL season (-21.9 Units / -24.61% ROI).
- Panthers are 33-33 when betting on the Moneyline for -13.15 Units /-14.35% ROI
- Panthers are 38-28 when betting the Over for +7.5 Units / 10.36% ROI
- Panthers are 28-38 when betting the Under for -13.95 Units /-19.07% ROI
Canucks Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Canucks are 30-36 against the spread this NHL season (-23.7 Units /-21.55% ROI).
- Canucks are 20-46 when betting on the Moneyline for -23.5 Units / -33.6% ROI
- Canucks are 36-27 when betting the Over for +5.95 Units / 8.1% ROI
- Canucks are 27-36 when betting the Under for -12.45 Units / -17.17% ROI
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions for for Canucks vs Panthers
| Player Name | Odds to Score a Goal |
|---|---|
| Matthew Tkachuk (Fla) | +145 |
| Carter Verhaeghe (Fla) | +185 |
| Brock Boeser (VAN) | +225 |
| Anton Lundell (Fla) | +230 |
| Mackie Samoskevich (FLA) | +280 |
| Jake DeBrusk (VAN) | +300 |
Points Per Game Predictions for Canucks vs Panthers
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew Tkachuk (FLA) | 1.5 +160 | 1.5 -220 |
| Marco Rossi (VAN) | 0.5 +115 | 0.5 -155 |
| Filip Hronek (VAN) | 0.5 -105 | 0.5 -130 |
| Brock Boeser (VAN) | 0.5 -110 | 0.5 -120 |
| Mackie Samoskevich (FLA) | 0.5 +105 | 0.5 -140 |
Shots on Goal Predictions for Canucks vs Panthers
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew Tkachuk (FLA) | 3.5 +120 | 3.5 -160 |
| Drew O'Connor (VAN) | 1.5 -145 | 1.5 +105 |
| Filip Hronek (VAN) | 1.5 +105 | 1.5 -145 |
| Brock Boeser (VAN) | 1.5 -200 | 1.5 +145 |
| Mackie Samoskevich (FLA) | 2.5 +100 | 2.5 -135 |
Panthers: Keys to the Game vs. Canucks
The Panthers are 129-93 (.581) since the start of the 2023-24 season — 6th best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Panthers were 47-33 (.588) last season — tied for 8th best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Panthers are undefeated (12-0) when scoring 3 or more goals in a period this season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .840
The Panthers are 14-7 (.667) when tied after the first period this season — tied for 3rd best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
Canucks: Keys to the Game vs. Panthers
The Canucks are 20-45 (.308) this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Canucks are 6-16 (.273) when winning the xG advantage this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .636
The Canucks are 57-88 (.393) since the start of the 2024-25 season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Canucks are 19-37 (.339) when allowing 5 or more rush chances this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .464
Panthers Offensive Stats & Trends
The Panthers had 90 forecheck chances in the third period last season — most among NHL Teams
The Panthers have drawn 165 penalties in the third period since the start of the 2024-25 season — most among NHL Teams
The Panthers have recorded 5.8 shots per game on the power play this season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 4.5
The Panthers have drawn 82 penalties in the third period this season — most among NHL Teams
Canucks Offensive Stats & Trends
The Canucks have scored on 16% of rush chances in the second period since the start of the 2023-24 season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 11%
The Canucks had 5 forecheck chances in 4v4 situations last season — tied for most among NHL Teams
The Canucks have scored on 24% of cycle chances this month — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 10%
The Canucks are 20-45 (.308) this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
Panthers Defensive Stats & Trends
The Panthers have a .847 save percentage in the third period this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .886
The Panthers have a .744 slot save percentage in the third period this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .815
The Panthers have allowed opponents to score on 28% of second chance opportunities in the third period since the start of the 2024-25 season — highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 16%
The Panthers allowed 4.3 rush chances per game in 5v5 situations last season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 5.3
Canucks Defensive Stats & Trends
The Canucks have allowed 1.4 goals per game in the second period this season — highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 1.0
The Canucks have a .690 slot save percentage in 4v4 situations since the start of the 2023-24 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .834
The Canucks have allowed 1.2 goals per game while tied this season — tied for 2nd highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 1.0
The Canucks have allowed 0.9 goals per game against the power play this season — highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.6
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