As the
AHL playoffs loom closer, the
Bakersfield Condors and
Abbotsford Canucks are set to clash on April 17, 2025. Both teams are eager to secure a crucial win that could impact their standings in the league. The Condors, currently on a rough patch with three losses in their last five outings, are looking to regain their momentum. Meanwhile, the Canucks have shown resilience with a recent string of victories, although they've stumbled against Calgary.
Roster Rundown
Focusing on the
Bakersfield Condors, forward Raphael Lavoie has been a standout with 45 points this season, showing a knack for finding the back of the net. He's a key player to watch, especially when paired with Seth Griffith, who's notched 50 assists, proving his playmaking prowess. In the crease, Olivier Rodrigue has been solid, boasting a .915 save percentage, though he’ll need to sharpen his glove to fend off Abbotsford's advances. Missing from the lineup, unfortunately, are Tyler Benson, nursing an upper-body injury, and defenseman Michael Kesselring, out for personal reasons.
The
Abbotsford Canucks bring their own set of stars. Sheldon Dries is a force on offense, having buried 30 goals this season. He’s often complemented by Linus Karlsson, who has 42 assists to his name, masterfully setting up scoring opportunities. Between the pipes, Arturs Silovs has been reliable with a .910 save percentage. However, they’re without Vasily Podkolzin, who’s sidelined by a lower-body injury, and defenseman Jett Woo, who’s unavailable due to illness.
Head-to-Head
The historical rivalry between these two teams has favored the Canucks, who’ve taken 20 of the 31 encounters. Most recently, Abbotsford edged out a 3-2 win over Bakersfield back on March 15, 2025. This history adds an extra layer of tension as both squads hit the ice this time.
Recent Form
Bakersfield Condors have been struggling, with losses against Coachella Valley Firebirds (4-2) and Tucson Roadrunners twice (5-2, 4-2). Their victories over San Diego Gulls (5-0) and Henderson Silver Knights (2-4) show they can perform, but consistency is key.
Abbotsford Canucks, on the other hand, have been better, winning against Laval Rocket (4-3, 3-2) and San Diego Gulls (3-6). They've faltered against Calgary Wranglers, losing 3-1 and 5-4, raising questions about their defensive stability.
Wrap-Up
Both teams are at a critical juncture in the season. Bakersfield’s offensive talents need to step up, especially if they want to crack Silovs’ netminding. Meanwhile, Abbotsford's defense must tighten, having leaked goals against Calgary. Canucks' offensive depth remains a significant threat, particularly with Dries leading the charge. The absence of key players could tilt momentum, though both teams are adept at adapting to such challenges.
Summary
Considering the recent form and head-to-head history, the
Abbotsford Canucks might have a slight edge coming into this matchup. With Bakersfield’s inconsistent performances and Abbotsford’s better track record, the Canucks are poised to capitalize on any defensive lapses by the Condors. However, if Bakersfield’s top guns can ignite their scoring touch and Rodrigue holds the fort, this could be anyone's game. It’s a tight contest with playoff implications on the line, and both teams will undoubtedly lay it all out on the ice.
Match Odds Bakersfield Condors – Abbotsford Canucks
Leon's odds are 81 on Bakersfield Condors winning at home.
At this moment our odds are equal to 1.12 on Abbotsford Canucks visiting team's winning.
Draw odds are 7.
