The playoff schedule in the NHL is the same as the Stanley Cup schedule, a game every other day. There is little to no time to rest on your laurels as this series heads to California for game three all tied up at one.
The Kings took game one while the Oilers snagged game two at home. Both contests have been competitive throughout so don’t expect anything less when making your Oilers vs Kings prediction. This indeed is one of the must-watch events of the NHL games today.
Oilers vs. Los Angeles Kings Odds
Edmonton Oilers vs. Los Angeles Kings Information
Edmonton Oilers vs Los Angeles Kings
Location of the game: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA.
Date and Time: Friday, April 21st, 2023, 10 pm ET.
How to Watch: TNT
Edmonton Oilers vs. Los Angeles Kings Recent Scores
Edmonton Oilers: Beat the Kings in game two 4-2 after losing game one.
Los Angeles Kings: Lost game two 4-2 on the road after winning game one 4-3.
Edmonton Oilers vs. Los Angeles Kings Betting Analysis
Edmonton Oilers Facts to Know
If you were to look at the NHL betting odds, the Edmonton Oilers would be near the top of that list, and for good reason. They have two of the top players on the NHL player stats list in Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl. This team is a dangerous matchup no matter who they play.
In their game two victory, the Oilers were able to cover the spread by winning 4-2 at home. They were one of the best teams against the spread at 46-36 compared to the other NHL team stats. Their ability to separate themselves from their opponents is what makes them a tough team to beat.
In game one, McDavid registered zero points. In game two he tallied one assist. Number 97 has been held scoreless in this series thus far but is bound to pop at some point in these playoffs. The feeling-out process is over for these teams and McDavid is starting to heat up. Keep that in mind when making your Oilers vs Kings prediction.
Los Angeles Kings Facts to Know
The Kings are seemingly playing with house money after splitting the two games in Edmonton. If they can take care of business at home things will be looking good in California. Although the Kings weren’t many people’s Stanley Cup NHL picks, they are proving that they can compete with the best out there.
Edmonton has registered more than 35 shots in each of the first two games. So the Kings can expect the same in game three. They will lean heavily on their netminder, Joonas Korpisalo. He currently has a 2.83 goals-against average with a .921 save percentage. If he can stay consistent, the Kings may have a chance to sneak one at home.
Updates
While the starting goalies haven’t been officially announced, it is presumed that Stuart Skinner will suit up for the Oilers and Korpisalo will dress for the Kings.
The Oilers are hoping that forward Mattias Janmark will be healthy to play from his lower-body injury and get himself off of the NHL injury report. He would add to the offensive firepower that the Oilers possess.
Edmonton Oilers vs. Los Angeles Kings Betting Preview
Check out these odds when you make your Oilers vs Kings prediction.
Moneyline: Edmonton is the Moneyline favorite at -145 while Los Angeles is a +125 underdog at home.
Point Spread: The Oilers are currently at -1.5 with +175 odds as the Kings are +1.5 with -210 odds.
Over/Under: The goal total is set at 6.5 between these two teams. The over odds are +100 while the under odds are -120.
Edmonton Oilers vs. Los Angeles Kings Betting Prediction
All in all, this series looks to be back and forth as these two teams a quite familiar with one another. The Oilers’ offense seems to be picking up some steam, and McDavid is bound to get himself in the goal column soon.
Expect these two teams to score in bunches once again and hit the over in game three. While the Kings will cover the spread at home, the Oilers will take game three on the road in a high-scoring affair.
- Final Score Prediction: 4-3 Oilers
- Pick: Edmonton Oilers Moneyline, Under Goal Total
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