Jun 13, 2024, 11:22 am ET in NHL
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Panthers vs Oilers Prediction: Today’s Game Preview

The Florida Panthers (series lead 2-0) travel north for a crucial Game 3 against the Edmonton Oilers (8:00 PM ET) tonight! Regarding NHL betting lines, despite trailing in the series, the Oilers are favored (-1.5) at home at Rogers Place. The Panthers aim to extend their lead, while Edmonton desperately needs a win. With the over/under set at 5.5 goals, our Panthers vs Oilers prediction analyzes if Florida can silence the home crowd or if the Oilers force a Game 4!

Panthers vs Oilers Prediction Odds

BET Florida Panthers (FLA) Edmonton Oilers (EDM)
Moneyline +115 -137
Spread +1.5 -1.5
Total 5.5

Game Information

  • Game: Florida Panthers vs. Edmonton Oilers
  • Venue: Rogers Place, Edmonton AB
  • Date: Thursday, June 13th 8:00 ET
  • Free Live Stream: LiveSports.watch

Panthers vs Oilers Betting Prediction

Florida Panthers

The Florida Panthers, with a record of 52-24-6, have won four straight games and are currently 3rd in the Eastern Conference and 1st in the Atlantic Division. On the road, the Panthers boast a 26-11-4 record. Over their last ten games, Florida is 7-3, winning each of their last five games when favored. This season, the Panthers have been favored in 67 of their 82 games, going 46-19-2 in those matchups. The Panthers enter the game with a puck line record of 41-41, including a road puck line record of 27-14, and an overall average scoring margin of +0.8 goals per game. In their last ten games, the Panthers have a puck line record of just 3-7, and they are 2-3 against the puck line in their last five contests.

The Panthers come into the game with an over/under record of 30-49-3. Throughout the season, they have had 45 games fail to surpass the 5.5 goal over/under line, with an average of 5.7 goals per game. Offensively, the Panthers are averaging 3.2 goals per game, placing them 11th in the NHL. They rank 2nd in shots on goal per game, 6th in power play goals, and 10th in shorthanded goals. Defensively, Florida ranks 29th in goals allowed, with opponents averaging 27.6 shots per game against them. The Panthers have achieved 8 shutouts this season, ranking 3rd in the league, all en route to the NHL Stanley Cup.

Edmonton Oilers

At home this season, the Oilers have gone 28-9-4, being favored in 71 of their 82 games. In the Pacific Division, Edmonton is in second place with a record of 18-8. Over their last ten games, the Oilers are 6-4 but enter today’s game on a two-game losing streak. Overall, Edmonton’s record stands at 49-27-6, earning them 104 points and placing them fifth in the Western Conference with a 30-20 record. At home, they have a puck line record of 23-18 and an average scoring margin of +1.6 goals per game. The Oilers have 35 wins by multiple goals and 14 by just one. However, they have struggled recently, going 4-6 against the puck line in their last ten games and 0-3 in their last three.

The Oilers have an over/under record of 35-44-3 this season. They have played 47 games that surpassed the 5.5 over/under line, averaging 6.5 goals per game. Offensively, Edmonton is strong, averaging 3.6 goals per game, ranking 4th in the NHL. They lead the league in shots on goal per game and hold a 33-18 record when outshooting opponents. When outshot, their record is 16-8. Defensively, the Oilers rank 30th in goals allowed, with opponents averaging 27.9 shots per game against them. They have achieved three shutouts, ranking 24th in the league. With these stats, the Panthers vs Oilers Prediction indicates a current of offensive firepower.

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Betting Picks

  • OU Over 5.5 -105
  • ML: Oilers -137
  • PL: Panthers +1.5

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