Stanley Cup Playoffs Betting Preview: Oilers vs Ducks
The Edmonton Oilers (41-30-11, 19-16-6 on the road) face the Anaheim Ducks (43-33-6, 24-13-4 at home) at Honda Center in Game 3 of this first-round Stanley Cup Playoffs series. The series is tied 1-1.
Oilers Good Value against Ducks
If you’re looking for a value wager, then -137 that the Oilers beat the Ducks certainly stands out. We’re expecting the visitors to triumph on the Moneyline and there are nice odds available.
Ducks Bounced Back in Game 2
Edmonton opened the series with a 4-3 win, but Anaheim responded with a 6-4 victory in Game 2 at Rogers Place two nights ago.
In Game 2, the Ducks had 28 shots on goal, with Jackson LaCombe recording three assists. The Oilers registered 25 shots, with Zach Hyman among four different players on the scoresheet.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The two teams have split their last 10 meetings, with five wins each.
Starting Goalies
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
Lukas Dostal (Expected)
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
Edmonton Oilers – Last 10 Games
5 wins, 3 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 3.2 goals from 31.1 shots on goal, with a 24.1% powerplay efficiency. The Oilers have given up 2.6 goals from 24.4 shots, averaging 2.7 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 77.8%.
Connor McDavid is the top points scorer with 14 points, 6 goals and 8 assists, with Evan Bouchard recording 9 points, 1 goal and 8 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Connor Ingram have a 2.34 goal against average with a .905 save percentage, including one shutout.
Anaheim Ducks – Last 10 Games
The Ducks have 3 wins, 6 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.3 goals from 33.0 shots on goal, with a 22.5% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 4.0 goals from 25.2 shots, averaging 3.1 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 74.2%.
The top points scorer is Jackson LaCombe with 9 points, 1 goal and 8 assists, while Alex Killorn is next best after having 8 points, 4 goals and 4 assists. Goalie Lukas Dostal have a 3.88 GAA with a .853 SV%.
Edmonton Oilers vs Anaheim Ducks Prediction & Picks
The Edmonton Oilers vs Anaheim Ducks betting tips feature sharp analysis across major markets, including a key match prediction, player prop bets, correct score guidance and a ready-made bet builder.
Game Prediction
We can’t resist going for the visitors on the Moneyline, with our pick made with confidence and there is -137 on offer that Edmonton Oilers triumph in this NHL clash.
Team news and current form always play a key role in shaping our expert hockey picks. We also dig into the latest stats and trends to help deliver the most accurate NHL predictions possible.
Key Oilers vs Ducks stats:
Oilers have won 3 of their last 5 games on the road.Oilers have won 11 of their last 20 games.Ducks have lost 4 of their last 5 games at home.Ducks have lost 7 of their last 10 games.Oilers Moneyline Probability
If you go by the top NHL betting sites, our pick has a 57.8% chance of delivering a return. Based on our cappers in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 60-65%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.
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Our Game Prediction
Oilers Moneyline @ -137
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Player Prop Picks
Matt Savoie (Oilers) has had Over 1.5 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 -189 that this happens.
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Edmonton Oilers vs Anaheim Ducks 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.
Tight Affair Likely According to the Books
The Edmonton Oilers odds have been priced up by the sportsbooks and they are -137 betting favorites to land victory in this game which means a 58% chance of winning. Anaheim Ducks are trading at bigger odds than their opponents and they can be backed at +114.
There is a puck line of 1.5 and total goals has a line of 6.5. The beauty of Totals is that you only have to choose from one of two options. There’s an opportunity to bet Over 6.5 at -161.
If you’re looking to place a National Hockey League wager, head to the top betting apps and explore the wide range of team props and game lines. Take your time to find the lines and odds that offer the best value.
Connor McDavid Favorite to Score the First Goal
There’s the chance to back Connor McDavid at +900 to be the First Goalscorer. He’s the favorite and available at similar odds to find the net last instead.
Player Goals
Connor McDavid (Oilers)
Cutter Gauthier (Ducks)
Leon Draisaitl (Oilers)
Zach Hyman (Oilers)
Player Assists
Leon Draisaitl (Oilers)
Evan Bouchard (Oilers)
Jackson LaCombe (Ducks)
Troy Terry (Ducks)
Player Shots
Connor McDavid (Oilers)
Leon Draisaitl (Oilers)
Leo Carlsson (Ducks)
Cutter Gauthier (Ducks)
Micro Betting
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Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Edmonton Oilers Stats
Anaheim Ducks Stats
5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 home games
-1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games
-1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 3 of the last 10 games on the road
+1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 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 5.90 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.90 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 7 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.20 goals and allowed 2.70 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.50 pts and allowed 3.40 goals in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 7.30 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 7.50 goals in the previous 10 home games
Over 6.5: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games
Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.30 goals and allowed 4.00 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.20 goals and allowed 4.30 goals in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.7
Shots: 31.1
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 2.7
Empty Net Goals: 0.2
Penalty Minutes: 6
Blocks: 14.6
Faceoff Wins : 28.6
Hits: 28.3
Giveaways: 13.5
Takeaways: 4.6
Last 10 Games on the Road
Goals Powerplay: 0.7
Shots: 27.1
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 3.9
Empty Net Goals: 0.2
Penalty Minutes: 8.4
Blocks: 13.4
Faceoff Wins : 27.5
Hits: 23.7
Giveaways: 16
Takeaways: 4.1
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.9
Shots: 33
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 3.1
Empty Net Goals: 0.1
Penalty Minutes: 7.1
Blocks: 13.7
Faceoff Wins : 29.3
Hits: 23.1
Giveaways: 16
Takeaways: 5
Last 10 Home Games
Goals Powerplay: 1
Shots: 32.2
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 4.2
Empty Net Goals: 0
Penalty Minutes: 11.3
Blocks: 13.5
Faceoff Wins : 28.3
Hits: 20.5
Giveaways: 16.4
Takeaways: 5.5
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.
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