{"id":547003,"date":"2026-04-08T07:57:34","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T07:57:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/547003\/"},"modified":"2026-04-08T07:57:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T07:57:34","slug":"edmonton-oilers-vs-san-jose-sharks-prediction-picks-odds-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/547003\/","title":{"rendered":"Edmonton Oilers vs San Jose Sharks Prediction, Picks &#038; Odds"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>    NHL Betting Preview: Oilers vs Sharks<\/p>\n<p>The Edmonton Oilers go up against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center, with face-off scheduled for 19:00 on Wednesday, April 8.<\/p>\n<p>Oilers to Outscore Sharks<\/p>\n<p>We think that the Oilers should prove too strong for the Sharks. Therefore, it\u2019s all about going to the Moneyline to back them and there\u2019s juice in the -122 available.<\/p>\n<p>Oilers Are 8 From 10 on the Head-to-Head<\/p>\n<p>Edmonton Oilers have been beaten in successive games and the latest was on the road at Delta Center. Utah Mammoth claimed a 6-5 (OT) win. Connor McDavid found the net along with four other players.<\/p>\n<p>San Jose Sharks won their last game, beating Chicago Blackhawks at home. It was a 3-2 win at SAP Center. Will Smith, Kiefer Sherwood and William Eklund each scored one goal. Goalie Alex Nedeljkovic made a total of 27 saves (.931).<\/p>\n<p>Head-to-Head Statistics<\/p>\n<p>The Oilers beat the Sharks in their last head-to-head encounter. It was a 5-3 scoreline at Rogers Place. The previous 10 games featuring these teams have resulted in eight Oilers victories.<\/p>\n<p>                     Starting Goalies<\/p>\n<p>                             <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/261.png\" height=\"20\" width=\"20\" alt=\"\"\/><br \/>\n                             Connor Ingram (Expected)<\/p>\n<p>                                Season<br \/>\n                                W-L-OTL:<br \/>\n                                GAA:<br \/>\n                                SV%:<br \/>\n                                SO:<\/p>\n<p>                                24\/25<br \/>\n                                14-9-2<br \/>\n                                2.8<br \/>\n                                .895<br \/>\n                                2<\/p>\n<p>                                23\/24<br \/>\n                                23-21-3<br \/>\n                                2.91<\/p>\n<p>.907<br \/>\n                                6<\/p>\n<p>                             <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/267.png\" height=\"20\" width=\"20\" alt=\"\"\/><br \/>\n                             Yaroslav Askarov (Expected)<\/p>\n<p>                                Season<br \/>\n                                W-L-OTL:<br \/>\n                                GAA:<br \/>\n                                SV%:<br \/>\n                                SO:<\/p>\n<p>                                24\/25<br \/>\n                                21-18-3<br \/>\n                                3.6<br \/>\n                                .885<br \/>\n                                0<\/p>\n<p>                                23\/24<br \/>\n                                1-0-0<br \/>\n                                1.47<\/p>\n<p>.943<br \/>\n                                0<\/p>\n<p>            Edmonton Oilers \u2013 Last 10 Games<\/p>\n<p>6 wins, 3 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.2 goals from 29.6 shots on goal, with a 10.0% powerplay efficiency. The Oilers have been giving up 3.1 goals from 27.0 shots, averaging 2.9 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 82.8%.<\/p>\n<p>Connor McDavid is the top points scorer with 14 points, 7 goals and 7 assists, with Evan Bouchard racking up 12 points, 2 goals and 10 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Connor Ingram have a 2.99 goal against average with a .896 save percentage, including one shutout.<\/p>\n<p>            San Jose Sharks \u2013 Last 10 Games<\/p>\n<p>The Sharks have 5 wins, 4 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.7 goals from 26.4 shots on goal, with a 19.4% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 3.5 goals from 25.0 shots, averaging 3.6 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 77.8%.<\/p>\n<p>The top points scorer is Macklin Celebrini with 12 points, 6 goals and 6 assists, while Will Smith is next best after registering 10 points, 4 goals and 6 assists. Goalie Alex Nedeljkovic have a 3.05 GAA with a .862 SV%.<\/p>\n<p>    Edmonton Oilers vs San Jose Sharks Prediction &amp; Picks<\/p>\n<p>From our main match prediction to correct score advice, must-watch player props and a custom bet builder \u2014 this Edmonton Oilers vs San Jose Sharks betting preview covers it all.<\/p>\n<p>Game Prediction<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s time to side with Edmonton Oilers to record a victory in this NHL clash. The road team should have the upper hand and the -122 for our pick on the Moneyline looks a generous price.<\/p>\n<p>Injuries can influence the outcome and our NHL handicappers factor that in alongside the latest form guide. We apply the same approach to the stats to build the clearest picture of how the game might unfold.<\/p>\n<p>Key Oilers vs Sharks stats:<\/p>\n<p>            Oilers have won 6 of their last 10 games.Oilers have won 3 of their last 5 games.Sharks have lost 8 of their last 10 games against Oilers.Oilers Moneyline Probability<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/app\/\" style=\"color: blue;font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">top betting apps<\/a> make it a 54.9% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, we have this figure closer to 60% based on our in-depth research. That means we\u2019re regarding it as a value wager.<\/p>\n<p>Looking for Bigger Odds?<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for bigger odds, Edmonton can be backed at a greater price on the Puck Line. For more juice, also consider Match Winner &amp; Total Goals, Winning Margin and 3-Way Moneyline.<\/p>\n<p>Maximize your betting experience. Explore our bonus guide for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-offers\/promo-codes\/\" style=\"color: blue;font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best sportsbook promo codes<\/a>, free bets, and welcome offers.<\/p>\n<p>\n            Our Game Prediction\n        <\/p>\n<p>        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"tpbot_tip\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n            Oilers Moneyline @ -122<br \/>\n        <\/a><br \/>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"tpbot_btns\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n             Watch Live<br \/>\n            Bet Now<br \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill logo\"\/><br \/>\n        <\/a><\/p>\n<p>                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" width=\"140\" height=\"38\" alt=\"Thrill logo\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                Thrill Promo<br \/>\n                70% Rakeback + 10% Cashback<br \/>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"btn inline-flex justify-center align-center pulsate-bck\" style=\"background-color: #fff; color: #000;\" target=\"_blank\">Get Bonus<\/a><br \/>\n                T&amp;C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+<\/p>\n<p>        Disclosure: This preview contains affiliate links; we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. T&amp;Cs apply. We only recommend licensed and regulated operators. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/editorial-policy\/\" style=\"color: blue; font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Editorial Policy<\/a>. Pick odds and lines reflect the price available at the time of publication (Apr 7, 23:56). Live market odds are updated regularly and may differ. 18+ (or legal age) | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/gamble-responsibly\/\" style=\"color: blue; font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Gamble Responsibly<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Published 23:56, 07 April 2026<\/p>\n<p>        Player Prop Picks<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top:10px;\">Connor McDavid (Oilers) has scored at least one goal in 4 straight road games. We think there\u2019s value in backing him for an Anytime Goalscorer prop bet at +110 which will hopefully see him find the net. <\/p>\n<p>            Latest Connor McDavid Player Prop Odds<\/p>\n<p>Goals<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                   <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Assists<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                   <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Shots on Goal<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                   <\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"tc-content\" style=\"padding:0;\">Pick odds and lines correct at publication. Live market odds are updated regularly and may differ. T&amp;Cs apply. 18+ (or legal age) | Gamble Responsibly.<\/p>\n<p>                Edmonton Oilers vs San Jose Sharks Odds<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 12px;padding: 10px; background-color: #f2f5f6\">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.<\/p>\n<p>Books Anticipating a Close Contest<\/p>\n<p>There are betting odds of +102 about San Jose Sharks winning, with Edmonton Oilers currently available at -122. According to the top sportsbooks, the home team have an implied probability of 50%.<\/p>\n<p>The puck line is 1.5 and total goals is 6.5. A wager on Totals allows bettors to use the latest data to good effect. If you\u2019re wanting to back Over 6.5, the odds are -106.<\/p>\n<p>Take every angle into account when betting on the National Hockey League. With hundreds of team props and game lines available at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/\" style=\"color: blue;font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">top sportsbooks<\/a>, it\u2019s all about finding the market that aligns with your game prediction.<\/p>\n<p>Connor McDavid is the First Goalscorer Favorite<\/p>\n<p>There is +110 available that Connor McDavid finds the net at anytime. If you\u2019re interested in the favorite to score the first goal, then you are able to secure +850.<\/p>\n<p>            Player Goals<\/p>\n<p>Connor McDavid (Oilers)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Macklin Celebrini (Sharks)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Will Smith (Sharks)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Matt Savoie (Oilers)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>            Player Assists<\/p>\n<p>Connor McDavid (Oilers)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Evan Bouchard (Oilers)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Macklin Celebrini (Sharks)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Will Smith (Sharks)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>            Player Shots<\/p>\n<p>Connor McDavid (Oilers)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Macklin Celebrini (Sharks)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Will Smith (Sharks)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Matt Savoie (Oilers)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/thrill\/casino?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3197-Thrill-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png.webp.jpeg\" alt=\"Thrill Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Micro Betting<\/p>\n<p>Micro betting is an exciting way to wager on the NHL. There are a huge range of live lines and it\u2019s a simple case of predicting what is going to happen next. Next Goal, Next Goalscorer and several 10 Minute lines are among the options.<\/p>\n<p>Live market odds and lines updated regularly. All odds subject to change. T&amp;Cs apply. 18+ (or legal age) | Gamble Responsibly.<\/p>\n<p>Team Stats<\/p>\n<p>Latest regular season and playoff games stats.<\/p>\n<p>                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/261.png\" height=\"90\"  alt=\"Edmonton Oilers logo\"\/><br \/>\n                        Edmonton Oilers Stats<\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/267.png\" height=\"90\"  alt=\"San Jose Sharks logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                         San Jose Sharks Stats<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t            6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t            5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t            5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t            5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 home games<\/p>\n<p>                            \t-1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games<br \/>\n                            \t-1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 3 of the last 10 games on the road<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t        \t+1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games<br \/>\n                            \t+1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 home games<\/p>\n<p>                                Game Totals: An average of 6.30 goals in the previous 10 games<br \/>\n                            \tGame Totals on the Road: An average of 8.10 goals in the previous 10 games on the road<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t        \tOver 6.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games<br \/>\n                            \tOver 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games on the road<br \/>\n                            \tTeam Totals: Have scored an average of 3.20 goals and allowed 3.10 goals in the last 10 games<br \/>\n                            \tTeam Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 4.30 pts and allowed 3.80 goals in the last 10 games on the road<\/p>\n<p>                            Game Totals: An average of 6.20 goals in the previous 10 games<br \/>\n                            \tGame Totals at Home: An average of 6.50 goals in the previous 10 home games<br \/>\n                            \tOver 6.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games<br \/>\n                            \tOver 6.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games<br \/>\n                            \tTeam Totals: Have scored an average of 2.70 goals and allowed 3.50 goals in the last 10 games<br \/>\n                            \tTeam Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.00 goals and allowed 3.50 goals in the last 10 home games<\/p>\n<p>Last 10 Games<\/p>\n<p>                            \tGoals Powerplay: 0.3<br \/>\n                            \tShots: 29.6<br \/>\n                            \tGoals Shorthanded: 0.1<br \/>\n                            \tPenalties: 2.9<br \/>\n                            \tEmpty Net Goals: 0.4<br \/>\n                            \tPenalty Minutes: 6.7<br \/>\n                            \tBlocks: 13.4<br \/>\n                            \tFaceoff Wins : 27<br \/>\n                            \tHits: 22.2<br \/>\n                            \tGiveaways: 14.1<br \/>\n                            \tTakeaways: 3.9              \t<\/p>\n<p>Last 10 Games on the Road<\/p>\n<p>                                Goals Powerplay: 0.7<br \/>\n                            \tShots: 28.3<br \/>\n                            \tGoals Shorthanded: 0.1<br \/>\n                            \tPenalties: 4<br \/>\n                            \tEmpty Net Goals: 0.2<br \/>\n                            \tPenalty Minutes: 8.8<br \/>\n                            \tBlocks: 12.4<br \/>\n                            \tFaceoff Wins : 30.2<br \/>\n                            \tHits: 20.8<br \/>\n                            \tGiveaways: 15.8<br \/>\n                            \tTakeaways: 4.2    <\/p>\n<p>Last 10 Games<\/p>\n<p>                                Goals Powerplay: 0.7<br \/>\n                            \tShots: 26.4<br \/>\n                            \tGoals Shorthanded: 0<br \/>\n                            \tPenalties: 3.6<br \/>\n                            \tEmpty Net Goals: 0.1<br \/>\n                            \tPenalty Minutes: 9.2<br \/>\n                            \tBlocks: 15.3<br \/>\n                            \tFaceoff Wins : 30.8<br \/>\n                            \tHits: 23.6<br \/>\n                            \tGiveaways: 17.6<br \/>\n                            \tTakeaways: 4.5 <\/p>\n<p>Last 10 Home Games<\/p>\n<p>                            Goals Powerplay: 0.7<br \/>\n                            \tShots: 25.7<br \/>\n                            \tGoals Shorthanded: 0<br \/>\n                            \tPenalties: 4.2<br \/>\n                            \tEmpty Net Goals: 0.2<br \/>\n                            \tPenalty Minutes: 9.9<br \/>\n                            \tBlocks: 14.6<br \/>\n                            \tFaceoff Wins : 30.3<br \/>\n                            \tHits: 23.8<br \/>\n                            \tGiveaways: 16.8<br \/>\n                            \tTakeaways: 4.6 <\/p>\n<p>                Starting Lineups<\/p>\n<p>Both teams\u2019 confirmed lineups will be published ahead of face-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.<\/p>\n<p>                Expert Analysis by Kevin Thompson<\/p>\n<p class=\"expert-subtitle italic margin-bottom-2\">NHL Analyst<\/p>\n<p>                About the Analyst<\/p>\n<p>Our ice hockey previews are produced by a specialised team of analysts, former odds compilers and sports journalists. Picks are research-driven and reviewed for accuracy and editorial consistency under the oversight of our hockey panel and Editor-in-Chief.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/writers\/kevin-thompson\/\" class=\"expert-link inline-flex align-center relative\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">View Profile &amp; Track Record<\/a><\/p>\n<p>                NHL Predictions Methodology<\/p>\n<p>Our NHL analysis combines the latest\u00a0team news, injury reports and\u00a0line changes\u00a0with recent form and market movement. We factor in\u00a0situational analysis\u00a0like home ice advantage and schedule spots. 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