Los Angeles Kings vs Vancouver Canucks Prediction, Picks & Odds | 26 Mar 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Kings vs Canucks

The Los Angeles Kings clash with the Vancouver Canucks at Delta Center, with face-off scheduled for 21:00 on Thursday, March 26.

We’re keeping things simple by backing the Kings on the 3-Way Moneyline. The road team should prove too strong for the Canucks and our prediction is on offer at -109.

Los Angeles Kings have been defeated in their previous four games. On the road, they recently suffered a 3-2 (SO) loss against Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome. Quinton Byfield was able to score both goals.

Vancouver Canucks have lost on their last three outings. In a recent home game at Delta Center, they were turned over 5-3 by Anaheim Ducks. Drew O'Connor, Brock Boeser and Jake DeBrusk scored one goal each.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Kings beat the Canucks in their last head-to-head encounter. It was a 2-1 scoreline at Crypto.com Arena. The Kings have won seven of the previous 10 H2H meetings.

Starting Goalies

Darcy Kuemper (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	19-14-15	2.8	.891	3
23/24	13-14-3	3.31	.890	1

Kevin Lankinen (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	11-27-5	3.7	.875	0
23/24	11-6-0	2.82	.908	1

3 wins, 3 losses and 4 overtime losses, averaging 2.9 goals from 28.3 shots on goal, with a 17.9% powerplay efficiency. The Kings have given up 3.2 goals from 26.1 shots, averaging 2.6 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 73.1%.

Artemi Panarin is the top points scorer with 12 points, 5 goals and 7 assists, with Anze Kopitar recording 8 points, 5 goals and 3 assists, over the past 10 games. Goalie Darcy Kuemper have a 2.51 goal against average with a .893 save percentage.

The Canucks have 3 wins, 6 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.8 goals from 23.2 shots on goal, with a 26.7% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 3.8 goals from 27.7 shots, averaging 3.1 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 80.7%.

The top points scorer is Marco Rossi with 13 points, 4 goals and 9 assists, while Brock Boeser is next best after having 11 points, 5 goals and 6 assists. Goalie Kevin Lankinen have a 3.24 GAA with a .888 SV%.

Los Angeles Kings vs Vancouver Canucks Prediction & Picks

Our Los Angeles Kings vs Vancouver Canucks tips include the main match prediction, a correct score forecast, bet builder advice and top player prop picks. Each section below offers expert insight into the key betting angles.

Game Prediction

The home team look opposable on the 60-minute line, so we’re going to make Los Angeles Kings our pick for this NHL clash. You can currently get -109 for this selection which looks great value.

Team news plays a key role in our hockey predictions and we’re always tracking players with injury concerns. We also stay on top of the NHL form guide, supported by detailed stats that help paint a clearer picture of what to expect.

Key Kings vs Canucks stats:

• Canucks have lost 8 of their last 10 games at home.
• Canucks have lost 16 of their last 20 games.
• Canucks have lost their last 3 games.
• Canucks have lost 7 of their last 10 games against Kings.

Kings 3-Way Moneyline Probability

The odds at the top betting apps suggest our pick has a 52.1% chance of winning. However, our cappers have this figure between 55-60% based on their in-depth research. It’s the reason why we are recommending this hockey bet.

We advise heading to the Match Winner & Total Goals lines if you want to combine the LA Kings win with an Under or Over pick. This provides lots of juice for bettors looking for extra value.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Drew O'Connor Over 1.5 Shots -145

Drew O'Connor (Canucks) has recorded Over 1.5 shots on goal in 7 of the past 10 games. He should be capable of covering the line when it comes to this player prop and odds of -145 are now available.

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Correct Score Prediction

Kings 4 - 1 Canucks

We’re taking a correct score bet which involves the Kings to win 4-1. The odds of +1150 make plenty of appeal and you should hopefully get some entertainment with this wager.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Kings

Canucks

1-0

Kings

+4500

Canucks

+5500

2-0

Kings

+4000

Canucks

+5500

2-1

Kings

+1300

Canucks

+1600

3-0

Kings

+2400

Canucks

+4500

3-1

Kings

+1500

Canucks

+2400

3-2

Kings

+800

Canucks

+1000

4-0

Kings

+2800

Canucks

+6000

4-1

Kings

+1150

Canucks

+2400

4-2

Kings

+1300

Canucks

+2000

4-3

Kings

+950

Canucks

+1200

5-0

Kings

+4500

Canucks

+12000

5-1

Kings

+1700

Canucks

+4000

5-2

Kings

+1300

Canucks

+2500

5-3

Kings

+2000

Canucks

+3000

5-4

Kings

+2000

Canucks

+2400

6-1

Kings

+3500

Canucks

+10000

6-2

Kings

+2200

Canucks

+5000

6-3

Kings

+2500

Canucks

+4500

6-4

Kings

+4500

Canucks

+6000

6-5

Kings

+5000

Canucks

+6000

7-2

Kings

+5500

Canucks

+13000

7-3

Kings

+4500

Canucks

+9000

7-4

Kings

+6000

Canucks

+9000

7-5

Kings

+10000

Canucks

+13000

7-6

Kings

+12000

Canucks

+13000

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Los Angeles Kings vs Vancouver Canucks Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Sportsbooks’ favorites Los Angeles Kings are regarded as likeliest victors for this game and the -200 about them triumphing means a 67% chance based on their current Moneyline betting odds. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +164 about Vancouver Canucks.

The puck line is 1.5 and the total goals line is currently 5.5. A wager on Totals allows bettors to use the latest data to good effect. The Over 5.5 selection is available to back at -130.

Consider every angle when placing your bets. The best NHL sportsbooks offer a huge selection of game lines and team props and it’s all about finding a wager which matches your prediction of the clash.

Moneyline

Kings

-200

Canucks

+164

3-Way Moneyline

Kings

-123

Tie

+340

Canucks

+265

Puck Line

Kings -1.5

+122

Canucks +1.5

-149

Total Goals

Under 5.5

+106

Over 5.5

-130

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Los Angeles Kings Stats

Vancouver Canucks Stats

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 3 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 3 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 3 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.10 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.10 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.40 goals and allowed 2.70 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.20 pts and allowed 2.90 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 7.40 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.10 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.90 goals and allowed 4.50 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 2.20 goals and allowed 3.90 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 29.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.1
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 8.7
• Blocks: 14.6
• Faceoff Wins : 33.3
• Hits: 24
• Giveaways: 15.9
• Takeaways: 3.5

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 29.3
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.2
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 9.4
• Blocks: 15
• Faceoff Wins : 28.5
• Hits: 22.5
• Giveaways: 15.1
• Takeaways: 4.2

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1
• Shots: 26.2
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 10.5
• Blocks: 12.5
• Faceoff Wins : 27.3
• Hits: 21.7
• Giveaways: 14.6
• Takeaways: 4.4

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 21.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 11.1
• Blocks: 12.8
• Faceoff Wins : 26
• Hits: 21.5
• Giveaways: 14.6
• Takeaways: 5.1

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