Oilers vs Kings Prediction: Can Kings Conquer High-Powered Oilers?
The Pacific Division gets heated tonight as the Edmonton Oilers (record) travel to Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles to face the Kings (record) at 10:30 PM ET. Despite being on the road, the high-powered Oilers are favored by -1.5 points. Can Connor McDavid lead Edmonton to another victory, or will the Kings pull off an upset at home? Get our Oilers vs Kings prediction to see who emerges victorious in this crucial matchup.
Oilers vs Kings Prediction Odds
| BET | Edmonton Oilers (EDM) | Los Angeles Kings (LA) |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -133 | +110 |
| Spread | -1.5 | +1.5 |
| Total | Over 6.5 | Under 6.5 |
Oilers vs Kings Betting Prediction
Edmonton Oilers
The Edmonton Oilers, sitting second in the Pacific Division with a 49-27-6 record, face the Kings in a pivotal matchup. Despite their strong overall season, the Oilers have encountered challenges on the road, posting a 21-18-2 record away from home. They’ve experienced a recent dip in form, going 5-5 in their last ten games, including two consecutive road losses. Their inconsistency is also evident in NHL betting, as they struggle to cover the puck line on the road with a 15-26 record.
Offensively, the Oilers are among the NHL’s elite, averaging 3.6 goals per game and leading the league in shots per game, reinforcing their standing in NHL league statistics. However, their defensive stats paint a different picture, with the team ranked 30th in goals allowed and 24th in shutouts. This imbalance has seen them struggle in tight games, where their prolific offense hasn’t been enough to offset defensive vulnerabilities.
Los Angeles Kings
The Los Angeles Kings, securing the 7th spot in the Western Conference and 3rd in the Pacific Division with a 44-27-11 record, head into their match against the Oilers with momentum from a strong finish to the season, going 7-3 in their last ten games. Despite their solid home record of 22-12-7, the Kings have faced challenges as underdogs, currently on a two-game losing streak in such situations. Their overall performance as favorites was more successful, with a 32-18-7 record in those games, highlighting their adaptability in various NHL matchups.
On the defensive front, the Kings are ranked 28th in goals allowed, a concern as they face the offensively potent Oilers. However, they’ve secured 7 shutouts, ranking 5th in the NHL team’s stats, demonstrating their capacity to hold strong defensively when needed. Offensively, the Kings average 3.1 goals per game, with their shot game also strong, ranking 9th in shots on goal. Their over/under record stands at 31-48-3, reflecting a tendency for lower-scoring games, with 55 of their games not exceeding the 6.5 goals line.
Betting Picks
- OU Over 6.5 -101
- ML: Kings +110
- PL: Kings +1.5
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Game Information
- Game: Edmonton Oilers vs. Los Angeles Kings
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles CA
- Date: Friday, April 26th 10:30 ET
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