The NHL standings are starting to tighten up as we are now through the All-Star Break and into the second half of the year. The Edmonton Oilers host the Detroit Red Wings, and this will be an opportunity to make NHL picks today.
It’s been a disappointing season for both the Red Wings and Oilers, but there is still time to turn things around. The teams have been playing much better of late, and that could set up for a great battle on Wednesday night.
Here is some key information that can help you make a Red Wings vs. Oilers prediction on Wednesday night. This looks like one of the better games on the NHL schedule today!
Red Wings vs. Oilers Odds
Detroit Red Wings vs. Edmonton Oilers Information
Detroit Red Wings vs Edmonton Oilers
Location: Rogers Place, Edmonton, AB
Date and Time: Wednesday, February 15, 9:30 PM EST
How to Watch: NHLPP | ESPN+
Detroit Red Wings vs. Edmonton Oilers Recent Scores
The first step when making Detroit Red Wings vs. Oilers prediction is to look and see how each team has been playing of late. Both teams have been trending in the right direction since the All-Star Break, especially Detroit.
The Red Wings come into this game having won three straight, and that will give them a ton of momentum. Edmonton has gone 3-2 in their last five games, and they have also been playing better of late.
In the first meeting this season, Edmonton picked up a 5-2 win in Detroit.
Detroit Red Wings vs. Edmonton Oilers Betting Analysis
Detroit Red Wings Facts to Know
The Detroit Red Wings odds this season are all impacted on their ability to score goals. Detroit is scoring 3.06 goals per game this season, but they are also allowing nearly 3.2 goals on the other end of the ice.
Looking at special teams numbers is also important when taking a look at NHL stats, and Detroit has struggled on special teams. The Red Wings are scoring on the power play just 20 percent of the time and killing off just 77 percent of their penalties.
Edmonton Oilers Facts to Know
The Edmonton Oilers standings should be much better than they are, but this team just can’t seem to get enough stops. The Oilers are scoring over 3.7 goals per game this season, but they are allowing 3.2 goals on the other end of the ice.
The NHL player stats for Connor McDavid just continue to be amazing, as he is leading the team with 42 goals and 55 assists on the year. There are also other players, such as Leon Draisaitl, that are capable of having a big performance on offense.
Updates
You should also look at the NHL injury report before making a Red Wings vs Oilers prediction because injuries could impact how this game plays out. All of the big stars are set to take the ice in this game, and that should allow each team to play its best brand of hockey.
Detroit Red Wings vs. Edmonton Oilers Betting Preview
The NHL odds for this game have the Edmonton Oilers at -225 on the moneyline, and the over/under is set at 6.5 total goals. You can also get the Oilers at -1.5 in this matchup if you believe that they will win this one by at least two goals.
The Red Wings have won three straight games, but taking a trip up to Edmonton to battle the Oilers is not an easy thing to do. Even though the Oilers are not a top-three team in their division, they have the ability to take over a game quickly.
Detroit Red Wings vs. Edmonton Oilers Betting Prediction
This is one of those NHL matchups that should be close for the first two periods, but eventually, the Oilers are going to take over. Edmonton is just so good offensively, and they are going to break through and have a huge night of offense at some point.
If you are going to make NHL picks for this game, then looking at the puck line is the way to go. Bet on the Edmonton Oilers -1.5 as they win by at least two goals, and also take the over 6.5 as the home team has a big night of offense.
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