Vancouver Canucks vs Tampa Bay Lightning Prediction, Picks & Odds | 16 Nov 2025

NHL Betting Preview: Canucks vs Lightning

The Vancouver Canucks face the Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena, with face-off scheduled for 17:00 on Sunday, November 16.

For a value wager, head to the 3-Way Moneyline where you can bet on the Lightning to beat the Canucks in regulation time. Our prediction is currently available at an attractive -112.

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Vancouver Canucks have been defeated in their previous three games. On the road, they recently suffered a 4-3 (OT) loss against Carolina Hurricanes at Lenovo Center. Conor Garland, Elias Pettersson and Max Sasson scored one goal each.

Tampa Bay Lightning won last time out by a 3-1 scoreline. It was on the road against Florida Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena. Zemgus Girgensons, Emil Lilleberg and Jack Finley scored one goal each. Goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy produced a great performance and had 22 saves (.957).

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Lightning have won the last two meetings against the Canucks. They triumphed 4-1 at Benchmark International Arena and then 4-2 at Delta Center. It’s been eight Lightning wins in the past 9 games between these teams.

Starting Goalies

Kevin Lankinen (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	4-10-3	3.5	.878	0
23/24	11-6-0	2.82	.908	1

Jonas Johansson (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	7-6-1	2.8	.897	0
23/24	12-7-5	3.37	.890	2

4 wins, 4 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 3.0 goals from 28.4 shots on goal, with a 21.2% powerplay efficiency. The Canucks have given up 3.9 goals from 31.0 shots, averaging 3.4 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 64.7%.

Brock Boeser is the top points scorer with 10 points, 5 goals and 5 assists, with Elias Pettersson racking up 10 points, 2 goals and 8 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Kevin Lankinen have a 3.47 goal against average with a .894 save percentage.

The Lightning have 8 wins and 2 losses, averaging 3.4 goals from 27.9 shots on goal, with a 9.6% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.5 goals from 26.6 shots, averaging 4.3 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 90.7%.

The top points scorer is Brandon Hagel with 13 points, 7 goals and 6 assists, while Nikita Kucherov is next in line after registering 10 points, 5 goals and 5 assists. Goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy have a 2.22 GAA with a .911 SV%.

Vancouver Canucks vs Tampa Bay Lightning Prediction & Picks

Our Vancouver Canucks vs Tampa Bay Lightning betting guide delivers expert insight, including a main match pick, scoreline advice, standout player props and bet builder recommendations. Dive into each section below for more.

Game Prediction

We think that Tampa Bay Lightning should prove too strong in this NHL clash. Therefore, we’re confidently wagering them to win in 60 minutes and there’s juice in the -112 available.

Recent form is always part of the equation and we combine it with team news as soon as it’s available. To deliver expert hockey picks, our handicappers also analyze the latest NHL stats to ensure we’re working with the best information possible.

Key Canucks vs Lightning stats:

• Lightning have won 8 of their last 10 games.
• Lightning have won 4 of their last 5 games at home.
• Canucks have lost 4 of their last 5 games.
• Canucks have lost 6 of their last 10 games.
• Canucks have lost their last 3 games.
• Lightning have won the last 2 games between these teams.

Lightning 3-Way Moneyline Probability

The odds at the top betting apps suggest our pick has a 52.9% chance of winning. However, our research has found that the actual probability is closer to 60%. This hockey bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

Tampa Bay can be backed in different ways and you might find the odds more attractive when you check out the Puck Line, Winning Margin or the Match Winner & Total Goals options.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Elias Pettersson Under 1.5 Shots -105

Elias Pettersson (Canucks) has recorded Under 1.5 shots on goal in 15 of the past 19 games. We think he might fall short of the mark, with odds of -105 available when it comes to this Shots on Goal bet.

Correct Score Prediction

Canucks 1 - 3 Lightning

Our prediction for the correct score is the Lightning to land a 3-1 victory and this is available at +1800. It’s a fun wager to place which lands a bigger potential return.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Canucks

Lightning

1-0

Canucks

+6000

Lightning

+5500

2-0

Canucks

+6000

Lightning

+5000

2-1

Canucks

+1800

Lightning

+1500

3-0

Canucks

+4500

Lightning

+3000

3-1

Canucks

+2400

Lightning

+1800

3-2

Canucks

+1000

Lightning

+850

4-0

Canucks

+6000

Lightning

+3400

4-1

Canucks

+2200

Lightning

+1400

4-2

Canucks

+1900

Lightning

+1400

4-3

Canucks

+1100

Lightning

+950

5-0

Canucks

+11000

Lightning

+5500

5-1

Canucks

+4000

Lightning

+2000

5-2

Canucks

+2200

Lightning

+1300

5-3

Canucks

+2500

Lightning

+1900

5-4

Canucks

+2000

Lightning

+1700

6-0

Canucks

+2000

Lightning

+8000

6-1

Canucks

+9000

Lightning

+4000

6-2

Canucks

+4500

Lightning

+2400

6-3

Canucks

+3500

Lightning

+2200

6-4

Canucks

+5000

Lightning

+4000

6-5

Canucks

+4500

Lightning

+4000

7-0

Canucks

+4500

Lightning

+12000

7-1

Canucks

+14000

Lightning

+7000

7-2

Canucks

+11000

Lightning

+5500

7-3

Canucks

+7000

Lightning

+4500

7-4

Canucks

+7000

Lightning

+5000

7-5

Canucks

+11000

Lightning

+9000

7-6

Canucks

+11000

Lightning

+10000

8-1

Canucks

+11000

Lightning

+11000

8-2

Canucks

+11000

Lightning

+9000

8-3

Canucks

+11000

Lightning

+10000

8-4

Canucks

+13000

Lightning

+9000

8-5

Canucks

+13000

Lightning

+12000

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Vancouver Canucks vs Tampa Bay Lightning Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

With a 62% chance of securing victory, Tampa Bay Lightning are favorites for this game and the sportsbooks have them at betting odds of -164. Vancouver Canucks are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +136.

1.5 is the puck line and 6.5 is the total goals line. Hockey bettors regularly enjoy the opportunity to wager on Totals. If you want to back Over 6.5, it’s -115.

Take every angle into account when betting on the National Hockey League. With hundreds of team props and game lines available at the top sportsbooks, it’s all about finding the market that aligns with your game prediction.

Moneyline

Canucks

+136

Lightning

-164

3-Way Moneyline

Canucks

+225

Tie

+340

Lightning

-108

Puck Line

Canucks +1.5

-179

Lightning -1.5

+144

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-105

Over 6.5

-115

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Vancouver Canucks Stats

Tampa Bay Lightning Stats

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 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 not covered the -1.5 puck line in any of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 7.00 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.30 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 9 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.10 goals and allowed 3.90 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.90 pts and allowed 3.40 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.90 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 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.40 goals and allowed 2.50 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 2.60 goals and allowed 3.50 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 28.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 7.9
• Blocks: 11.3
• Faceoff Wins : 27.9
• Hits: 19
• Giveaways: 14.4
• Takeaways: 4.5

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.8
• Shots: 24.2
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.1
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 9.3
• Blocks: 12.2
• Faceoff Wins : 25.2
• Hits: 24.1
• Giveaways: 15.9
• Takeaways: 3.5

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 27.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.4
• Penalty Minutes: 10
• Blocks: 13.8
• Faceoff Wins : 26.1
• Hits: 19.9
• Giveaways: 14.5
• Takeaways: 4

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 27.1
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 11.2
• Blocks: 14.9
• Faceoff Wins : 27.3
• Hits: 25.3
• Giveaways: 15.7
• Takeaways: 3.7

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