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Kings vs Oilers Prediction: Can LA Silence McDavid and Draisaitl?

Get our Kings vs Oilers prediction to see who emerges victorious in this exciting matchup. A high-scoring clash unfolds tonight in Edmonton! The red-hot Los Angeles Kings (12-5-3) head north to Rogers Place to take on the Edmonton Oilers (10-7-4) at 10:00 PM ET. The Oilers are favored by -1.5 goals, but can the surging Kings steal points on the road? With the over/under goal line set at 6, expect an offensive battle!

Kings vs Oilers Prediction Odds

BET Los Angeles Kings (LA) Edmonton Oilers (EDM)
Money line +141 -170
Spread +1.5 -1.5
Total 6

Kings vs Oilers Betting Prediction

Los Angeles Kings

The Kings, currently seventh in the Western Conference and third in the Pacific Division with a 44-27-11 record, face the Oilers next. On the road, they’ve been solid with a 22-15-4 record, showcasing resilience by winning two of their last three games as underdogs. Their recent form includes a 6-4 record over the last ten games, balancing between multiple-goal victories and narrower wins, with an average scoring margin of +0.5 goals per game.

Entering this NHL matchup, the Kings score an average of 3.1 goals per game, ranking 16th in the NHL, and stand ninth for shots on goal. Their record is stronger when outshooting opponents, going 26-18, while their defense, ranked 28th for goals allowed, shows tenacity with 7 shutouts this season. With an over/under record of 31-48-3, the Kings’ games average 5.7 goals, reflecting their strategic play in the league.

Edmonton Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers, stationed second in the Pacific Division and fifth in the Western Conference, have excelled at home with a 28-9-4 record and as favorites with a 45-20-6 NHL score, totaling 104 points this season. Despite recent struggles, losing two consecutive games and recording a 4-6 stretch over their last ten, their prowess at home remains evident with a 23-18 puck line record. Notably, they’ve secured 35 multi-goal victories, contributing to an average scoring margin of +0.7 goals per game, and their recent home puck line stands at 6-4.

Offensively, the Oilers are fourth in the NHL teams stats rankings, averaging 3.6 goals per game, and lead in shots on goal per game. Their power play ranks fourth, enhancing their scoring capacity. However, defensively, they are 30th in goals allowed and 24th in shutouts, with only three this season. Their games average 6.5 goals, aligning with their over/under record of 35-44-3. .

Betting Picks

  • OU Over 6 -104
  • ML: Oilers -170
  • PL: Kings +1.5

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Game Information

  • Game: Los Angeles Kings vs. Edmonton Oilers
  • Venue: Rogers Place, Edmonton AB
  • Date: Monday, April 22nd 10:00 ET

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