Vancouver Canucks vs Detroit Red Wings Prediction, Odds and Picks for Thursday, 01/08/26

The Detroit Red Wings were able to bounce back from back-to-back losses with a strong 5-3 win over the Senators on Tuesday night. It was a feel-good win for Detroit, as this team has struggled mightily against Ottawa in recent seasons. Now, head coach Todd McClellan’s club returns home to the Motor City to host the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday night. The Red Wings have been great on home ice all season long, owning a solid 14-8-1 record at Little Caesars Arena. The powerplay is operating at strong 27.7% clip at home, which ranks fourth in the league. Chances should be there for Dylan Larkin and company, as the Vancouver penalty kill ranks 25th in the NHL with a kill percentage of 77.1% on the road.

The Canucks could be in for a long second half of the season. Vancouver’s 37 points and minus-28 goal differential are both the worst in the Pacific division. They sent Quinn Hughes off to Minnesota in a trade that shook up the hockey world and made it clear that they are focusing on the future as opposed to the 2025-26 season. Having lost 4 games in a row and 6 of their last 7, the Canucks are in a tough spot. Take confidence in backing the Red Wings in front of their home fans.

Canucks vs Red Wings prediction: Detroit ML (-165) available at time of publishing. Playable at that number.

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