Vancouver has outscored Colorado, 8-2, in going 2-0 versus the Avalanche this season. The Canucks have dominated the Avalanche when playing in Vancouver winning 10 of the past 12 times. At a pick type price, I'm attracted to the Canucks.

This is the Canucks' last game of a four-game homestand where they are 2-1. It's a crucial game for the Canucks if they want to maintain any playoff hope. Vancouver shouldn't lack for motivation after a 5-2 home loss to lowly Winnipeg two nights ago.