The Vancouver Canucks are having a tough season, sitting at the bottom of the Western Conference. Their defense regularly concedes more than three goals per game, making them one of the most vulnerable in the league. However, in recent games, the Canucks have shown that their offense is capable of scoring, engaging in high-scoring contests.
The Detroit Red Wings are playing explosive hockey, scoring and allowing a lot. They are in the solid middle of the Eastern Conference standings, and their recent games have been a real scoring extravaganza, regularly scoring 6-7 goals. Their defense isn't always reliable, but they are extremely dangerous offensively.
When two teams with defensive issues and an offensive bent meet, spectators are usually treated to a spectacular display on the scoreboard. Head-to-head meetings have also often been high-scoring in the past. Prediction: Over 5.5 goals. An open match with both teams trading goals is expected, with both teams contributing to the over-5.5 goals.
