Stanley Cup Playoffs Betting Preview: Ducks vs Oilers
The Anaheim Ducks (43-33-6, 19-20-2 on the road) take on the Edmonton Oilers (41-30-11, 22-14-5 at home) at Rogers Place in Game 1 of this first-round Stanley Cup Playoffs series.
Oilers to Get the Job Done
The prediction is that the Oilers will have the edge over the Ducks in regulation time, with odds of -115 currently available on the 3-Way Moneyline. That looks a price worth taking on this value selection.
Both Teams Coming Off Wins
The Anaheim Ducks enter the playoffs off a 5-4 road win over the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena. Jackson LaCombe was one of five different players on the scoresheet.
The Edmonton Oilers picked up a 6-1 home win over the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Place last time out. Matt Savoie scored the first hat trick of his NHL career, while Connor McDavid recorded four points, all assists.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The Oil won the last head-to-head meeting, beating the Ducks 4-2 at Rogers Place. Edmonton has won six of the last 10 matchups between the teams.
Starting Goalies
Lukas Dostal (Confirmed)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
24/25
30-20-4
3.1
.888
0
23/24
14-23-2
3.33
.902
1
Connor Ingram (Expected)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
24/25
16-10-3
2.6
.899
2
23/24
23-21-3
2.91
.907
6
Anaheim Ducks – Last 10 Games
2 wins, 6 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 3.0 goals from 33.9 shots on goal, with a 13.7% powerplay efficiency. The Ducks have given up 4.1 goals from 24.4 shots, averaging 3.7 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 73.0%.
John Carlson is the top points scorer with 8 points, 4 goals and 4 assists, with Jackson LaCombe recording 8 points, 1 goal and 7 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Lukas Dostal have a 3.72 goal against average with a .850 save percentage.
Edmonton Oilers – Last 10 Games
The Oilers have 6 wins, 2 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 3.2 goals from 30.3 shots on goal, with a 22.6% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.2 goals from 25.0 shots, averaging 3.1 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 90.3%.
The top points scorer is Connor McDavid with 20 points, 8 goals and 12 assists, while Evan Bouchard is next in line after registering 13 points, 2 goals and 11 assists. Goalie Connor Ingram have a 1.94 GAA with a .924 SV%, including one shutout.
Anaheim Ducks vs Edmonton Oilers Prediction & Picks
Our Anaheim Ducks vs Edmonton Oilers betting outlook has it all, including a trusted match forecast, our predicted score, top player prop picks and a hand-picked bet builder.
Game Prediction
The -115 about Edmonton Oilers look really attractive when it comes to the 60-minute line. We think their opponents can be beaten in this NHL encounter, so this is our pick.
Our NHL handicappers start by reviewing the latest team news for each franchise, followed by a close look at recent form. That information is then applied to the most relevant stats to reach a well-informed verdict.
Key Ducks vs Oilers stats:
Oilers have won 6 of their last 10 games.Oilers have won 3 of their last 5 games at home.Ducks have lost 8 of their last 10 games.Ducks have lost 12 of their last 20 games.Oilers have won 6 of their last 10 games against Ducks.Oilers 3-Way Moneyline Probability
According to the best NHL betting sites, our pick has a 53.5% chance of winning. After careful examination, our analysts calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we can recommend this hockey bet.
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Our Game Prediction
Oilers 3-Way Moneyline @ -115
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Player Prop Picks
Leo Carlsson (Ducks) has had Over 2.5 shots on goal in 8 of the past 10 games. If you agree with our verdict that he can cover the line again, then you can land odds of -135 that this happens.
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Anaheim Ducks 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.
Books Giving Oilers Plenty of Respect
Edmonton Oilers have the shortest price to win this game, with the sportsbooks giving them a 64% probability due to their -179 Moneyline betting odds. The market suggests that Anaheim Ducks are least likely to win at +146.
There is a puck line of 1.5 and total goals has a line of 6.5. Hockey bettors regularly enjoy the opportunity to wager on Totals. If you want to wager Over 6.5, there are odds of -128.
National Hockey League bettors are spoilt for choice thanks to the hundreds of game lines and team props which are available for every clash on the coupon. Head to the top sportsbooks and find the best value picks.
Connor McDavid is the First Goalscorer Favorite
You will find Connor McDavid at +850 to be First Goalscorer which makes him the favorite. There’s the chance to get +105 that he finds the net at anytime.
Player Goals
Connor McDavid (Oilers)
Leon Draisaitl (Oilers)
Zach Hyman (Oilers)
Cutter Gauthier (Ducks)
Player Assists
Leon Draisaitl (Oilers)
Evan Bouchard (Oilers)
Jackson LaCombe (Ducks)
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (Oilers)
Player Shots
Connor McDavid (Oilers)
Cutter Gauthier (Ducks)
Evan Bouchard (Oilers)
Zach Hyman (Oilers)
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Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Anaheim Ducks Stats
Edmonton Oilers Stats
2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games
+1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games
+1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 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 6 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 7.10 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.40 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 6.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.00 goals and allowed 4.10 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.20 pts and allowed 3.20 goals in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 5.50 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 5.20 goals in the previous 10 home games
Over 6.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.20 goals and allowed 2.30 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 2.80 goals and allowed 2.40 goals in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.7
Shots: 33.9
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 3.7
Empty Net Goals: 0
Penalty Minutes: 9.7
Blocks: 13.9
Faceoff Wins : 30.4
Hits: 19.2
Giveaways: 16.5
Takeaways: 5.5
Last 10 Games on the Road
Goals Powerplay: 0.5
Shots: 32.4
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 4.4
Empty Net Goals: 0.3
Penalty Minutes: 11.9
Blocks: 15
Faceoff Wins : 30.1
Hits: 18.6
Giveaways: 14.2
Takeaways: 5.3
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.7
Shots: 30.3
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 3.1
Empty Net Goals: 0.3
Penalty Minutes: 7.1
Blocks: 14.8
Faceoff Wins : 27.5
Hits: 23.4
Giveaways: 12.6
Takeaways: 3.8
Last 10 Home Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.5
Shots: 31
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 3.1
Empty Net Goals: 0.4
Penalty Minutes: 7.7
Blocks: 13.2
Faceoff Wins : 26.6
Hits: 23.3
Giveaways: 13.6
Takeaways: 4.1
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 Kevin Thompson
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