The set-up: Vancouver already has 18 points through 17 games, a surprise for sure after finishing with just 30 wins last year. But after a 7-6 win over the Avs, I think Vancouver stumbles in this difficult East Coast road venue. The Red Wings will look to take advantage of a contented Canucks side and to get back on track after their three-game win streak was snapped in a tight 4-3 setback to the Oilers most recently.

The pick: Note that the Canucks have been downright terrible in this spot, going just 8-28 (-19.3 units) in their last 36 after playing three consecutive home games. I think the Wings are the correct call in this one.