The Vancouver Canucks take on the Edmonton Oilers at the Rogers Place this Thursday. The puck drop is scheduled to take place at 9 PM EST.
The Canucks (20-16-10) have struggled this season, winning only one of their last four games. They face the Oilers (29-15-3), who are coming into this game after two consecutive defeats against the Canucks and the Washington Capitals.
Vancouver Canucks vs Edmonton Oilers game info
- Date: Thursday, Jan. 23
- Time: 9 p.m. EST
- Venue: Rogers Place, Edmonton
- TV Broadcast: SNP, SNW
- Live Streaming US: ESPN+
- Live Streaming Canada: Sportsnet App, TVA App
- Live Streaming RoW: NHL.tv
Vancouver Canucks game preview
Despite defeating the Oilers in their penultimate game, the Canucks' struggle for form seems to continue as they have managed only one win in their last four games. The side looks shaky on the defensive end and in need of retooling, as they have allowed 16 goals during that stretch.
Vancouver Canucks injuries
Noah Juulsen, Kevin Lankinen and Dakota Joshua are all sidelined for the Canucks due to ongoing injury concerns. Lankinen is expected to be the first to return to the ice.
Edmonton Oilers game preview
The Oilers were on a good run of form lately but have since slipped twice, finding themselves on the brink of three straight defeats. They lost to the Canucks in the reverse fixture and followed it up with a defeat against the Capitals at home. Now, they aim to use their home advantage to get back to winning ways.
Edmonton Oilers injuries
John Klingberg and Evander Kane are both currently sidelined for the Oilers due to injury concerns. Kane, who has been dealing with a long-term injury, is expected to return to the ice in the next 4-8 weeks.
Canucks and Oilers key players
Quinn Hughes leads the Canucks despite playing in defense, becoming the first player to reach 50+ points since the start of the season. J.T. Miller continues to chase Hughes, currently standing at 32 points.
For the Oilers, Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid continue to impress, recording 136 points between them. Draisaitl leads with 71 points, closely followed by McDavid with 65.