Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are scheduled and offers insight and analysis to help predict who will be victorious in head-to-head matchups.

Here is the one major flaw the Red Wings need to fix at the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline if they want to make the playoffs.

Quinn Hughes did not practice on Saturday, and the Canucks' No. 1 defenseman will be a game-time decision against the Detroit Red Wings on Sunday (8 p.m. ET; SNP, TVAS (JIP), FDSNDET), according to coach Rick Tocchet.

Elias Pettersson is often the straw that stirs the drink for the Canucks, and our NHL picks expect him to be at his best against the Red Wings tonight. The Vancouver Canucks appear to be moving in the right direction. They’ve won three of their past four games, with a road date against the powerhouse Stars serving as the lone blemish in that span.

The Red Wings aren't shaping up as an obvious buyer or seller at this year's deadline. But can they use it to look ahead to next season?

Prediction for the NHL Vancouver Canucks vs Detroit Red Wings match will occur on February 3. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.