NHL Betting Preview: Blackhawks vs Oilers
The Chicago Blackhawks go up against the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place, with face-off scheduled for 18:00 on Thursday, April 2.
Oilers Look Value for This Clash
The Blackhawks look vulnerable and our prediction is to side with the Oilers at +104 on the puck line. We need our selection to overcome a -1.5 goal margin.
9 Wins for Oilers in Previous 10 H2H Clashes
Chicago Blackhawks have been defeated in four straight games. They were recently beaten at home to Winnipeg Jets by a 4-3 (OT) scoreline at United Center. Tyler Bertuzzi registered two goals, with Anton Frondell scoring one.
Edmonton Oilers were winners for the fourth straight time in their last game. Landing a 3-0 home victory against Seattle Kraken at Rogers Place. Connor McDavid, Kasperi Kapanen and Max Jones scored one goal each. Connor Ingram got a shutout making 27 saves.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The Oilers won the last encounter between the pair. Enjoying a 4-1 triumph when facing the Hawks at United Center. The Oilers have racked up four straight victories over the Hawks. On the head-to-head front, they have won 9 of the past 10.
Starting Goalies
Spencer Knight (Expected)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
24/25
18-21-11
2.8
.906
3
Tristan Jarry (Expected)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
24/25
17-9-2
3.4
.883
2
23/24
19-25-5
2.91
.903
6
Chicago Blackhawks – Last 10 Games
2 wins, 5 losses and 3 overtime losses, averaging 2.0 goals from 25.2 shots on goal, with a 2.6% powerplay efficiency. The Hawks have given up 3.9 goals from 37.1 shots, averaging 3.8 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 79.0%.
Frank Nazar is the top points scorer with 6 points, 4 goals and 2 assists, with Tyler Bertuzzi racking up 6 points, 3 goals and 3 assists, over the past 10 games. Goalie Spencer Knight have a 3.54 goal against average with a .894 save percentage.
Edmonton Oilers – Last 10 Games
The Oilers have 6 wins, 3 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.0 goals from 29.8 shots on goal, with a 5.0% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 3.0 goals from 26.7 shots, averaging 4.1 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 87.8%.
The top points scorer is Connor McDavid with 15 points, 7 goals and 8 assists, while Evan Bouchard is next in line after having 11 points, 2 goals and 9 assists. Goalie Connor Ingram have a 2.47 GAA with a .909 SV%, including one shutout.
Chicago Blackhawks vs Edmonton Oilers Prediction & Picks
Get fully prepped for Chicago Blackhawks vs Edmonton Oilers with our betting guide, featuring our expert match pick, predicted scoreline, top player props and a value-focused bet builder.
Game Prediction
We’re loving the +104 about Edmonton Oilers overcoming a -1.5 goal handicap when it comes to this NHL encounter. We’re expecting our pick to claim a comfortable win.
Our hockey picks are rooted in solid team news and up-to-date form for each franchise. We also dig deep to uncover the most relevant NHL stats that help guide and strengthen our predictions.
Key Blackhawks vs Oilers stats:
The -1.5 line has been covered by Oilers in 3 of their last 5 games.The -1.5 line has been covered by Oilers in 2 consecutive games.The +1.5 line hasn’t been covered by Blackhawks in 3 consecutive games on the road.Oilers -1.5 Probability
Based on the odds from the top NHL sportsbooks, there’s a 49% likelihood of our pick delivering a return. However, we have this number between 55-60% based on our in-depth research. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this hockey bet.
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Oilers -1.5 @ +104
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Player Prop Picks
Connor McDavid (Oilers) has been on the scoresheet in his past 5 games. We’ll take a chance at -110 for this Anytime Goalscorer wager as the betting odds looks really appealing.
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Chicago Blackhawks vs Edmonton Oilers Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Oilers Big Favorites According to Latest Odds
The favorites are 71% likely to win according to the sportsbooks’ latest Moneyline odds, with Edmonton Oilers priced at -244 to triumph in this game. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Chicago Blackhawks are trading at +198.
The puck line stands at 1.5 and the total goals line is 6.5. There are many ways to wager on hockey including Totals. If you fancy Over 6.5, this outcome can be backed at -108.
You can find hundreds of game lines and team props for every National Hockey League clash, with the top betting sites creating lots of different options. Check out the pre-game and in-game selections before placing your bets.
Connor McDavid Favorite to Find the Net First
Favorite Connor McDavid is priced at +700 to be the first player to light the lamp. There’s also the opportunity to back him to score at anytime at odds of -110.
Player Goals
Connor McDavid (Oilers)
Zach Hyman (Oilers)
Connor Bedard (Blackhawks)
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (Oilers)
Player Assists
Evan Bouchard (Oilers)
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (Oilers)
Zach Hyman (Oilers)
Connor Bedard (Blackhawks)
Player Shots
Connor McDavid (Oilers)
Zach Hyman (Oilers)
Connor Bedard (Blackhawks)
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (Oilers)
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Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Chicago Blackhawks Stats
Edmonton Oilers Stats
2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 home games
+1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games
+1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games on the road
-1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games
-1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 5.90 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 5.60 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 6.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.00 goals and allowed 3.90 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.30 pts and allowed 3.30 goals in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 6.00 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.70 goals in the previous 10 home games
Over 6.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.00 goals and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.00 goals and allowed 3.70 goals in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.1
Shots: 25.2
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 3.8
Empty Net Goals: 0
Penalty Minutes: 9.1
Blocks: 10.8
Faceoff Wins : 23.3
Hits: 15.2
Giveaways: 15.4
Takeaways: 4.2
Last 10 Games on the Road
Goals Powerplay: 0.4
Shots: 24.5
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 3.9
Empty Net Goals: 0
Penalty Minutes: 9.1
Blocks: 10.8
Faceoff Wins : 24.1
Hits: 13.8
Giveaways: 15.2
Takeaways: 4.2
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.2
Shots: 29.8
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 4.1
Empty Net Goals: 0.4
Penalty Minutes: 9.4
Blocks: 12.6
Faceoff Wins : 25.8
Hits: 21.8
Giveaways: 15.4
Takeaways: 4.3
Last 10 Home Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.5
Shots: 30.4
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 3.5
Empty Net Goals: 0.3
Penalty Minutes: 9.3
Blocks: 12.6
Faceoff Wins : 26.7
Hits: 23.2
Giveaways: 14.1
Takeaways: 3.9
Starting Lineups
Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of face-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.
Expert Analysis by Robert Carter
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