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 6 of this first-round Stanley Cup Playoffs series. The Ducks lead the series 3-2.
Oilers to Get the Better of Ducks
The best wager could be taking the Oilers to simply beat the Ducks. Our prediction can be taken at odds of -133 on the Moneyline which yields a potentially nice return.
Anaheim Still in Front
The Anaheim Ducks lead the series 3-2 despite a 4-1 loss to the Edmonton Oilers in Game 5 at Rogers Place two nights ago.
The Oilers had 20 shots on goal, with Leon Draisaitl scoring twice and Zach Hyman and Vasili Podkolzin adding one each. Goalie Connor Ingram starred with 29 saves (.967). The Ducks recorded 30 shots, with Alex Killorn scoring their only goal.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The Ducks hold a 6-4 edge over the last 10 meetings.
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
4 wins, 3 losses and 3 overtime losses, averaging 3.6 goals from 28.8 shots on goal, with a 29.4% powerplay efficiency. The Oilers have given up 3.2 goals from 27.3 shots, averaging 3.4 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 73.5%.
Connor McDavid is the top points scorer with 18 points, 6 goals and 12 assists, with Evan Bouchard recording 14 points, 1 goal and 13 assists, in the past 10 games. Goalie Connor Ingram have a 2.61 goal against average with a .899 save percentage.
Anaheim Ducks – Last 10 Games
The Ducks have 5 wins, 4 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.7 goals from 34.0 shots on goal, with a 29.3% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 3.6 goals from 25.4 shots, averaging 3.3 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 72.7%.
The top points scorer is Mikael Granlund with 12 points, 2 goals and 10 assists, while Jackson LaCombe is next in line after registering 11 points, 2 goals and 9 assists. Goalie Lukas Dostal have a 3.78 GAA with a .860 SV%.
Edmonton Oilers vs Anaheim Ducks Prediction & Picks
Our Edmonton Oilers vs Anaheim Ducks 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
We’re keeping things simple by backing Edmonton Oilers on the Moneyline. They should have the edge over the home team in this NHL encounter and our pick is available at -133.
To deliver the best possible hockey predictions, we start by locking in the team news and taking time to review the latest form. There’s also no shortage of data to crunch from the most up-to-date NHL stats available.
Key Oilers vs Ducks stats:
Oilers have won 11 of their last 20 games.Ducks have lost 6 of their last 10 games at home.Ducks have lost 11 of their last 20 games.Oilers Moneyline Probability
Looking at the latest betting odds, there’s a 57.1% likelihood of our pick delivering a return. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success between 60-65%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.
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We’d recommend taking a look at betting selections for the Match Winner & Total Goals, 3-Way Moneyline and Puck Line if you’re interested in siding with Edmonton but want a bigger price.
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Our Game Prediction
Oilers Moneyline @ -133
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Player Prop Picks
Leo Carlsson (Ducks) has covered the 3.5 shots on goal total in 7 straight games. If you agree with our verdict that he can cover the line again, then you can land odds of +105 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.
Latest Odds Suggest a Close Encounter
With the sportsbooks giving them a 57% probability of winning this game, Edmonton Oilers might be a popular parlay pick. That is reflected in their -133 Moneyline betting odds. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Anaheim Ducks are trading at +112.
The puck line is 1.5 and total goals is 6.5. Hockey bettors regularly enjoy the opportunity to wager on Totals. The Over 6.5 selection is available to back at -154.
If you’re betting on the National Hockey League, we recommend heading to the top betting apps and scanning through the many team props and game lines. There’s a chance to wager before the puck drops and during the games.
Connor McDavid Favorite to Be First Goalscorer
Favorite Connor McDavid is available at +900 to be the First Goalscorer. Similar odds apply if you’re interested in this player to score the last goal.
Player Goals
Connor McDavid (Oilers)
Leon Draisaitl (Oilers)
Cutter Gauthier (Ducks)
Zach Hyman (Oilers)
Player Assists
Leon Draisaitl (Oilers)
Evan Bouchard (Oilers)
Jackson LaCombe (Ducks)
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (Oilers)
Player Shots
Connor McDavid (Oilers)
Cutter Gauthier (Ducks)
Leo Carlsson (Ducks)
Zach Hyman (Oilers)
Micro Betting
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Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Edmonton Oilers Stats
Anaheim Ducks Stats
4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 home games
-1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 3 of the last 10 games
-1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 of the last 10 games on the road
+1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 8 of the last 10 games
+1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 6.90 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 7.20 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 8 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.60 goals and allowed 3.30 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.40 pts and allowed 3.80 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 7.80 goals in the previous 10 home games
Over 6.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.70 goals and allowed 3.60 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.70 goals and allowed 4.10 goals in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 1
Shots: 28.8
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 3.4
Empty Net Goals: 0
Penalty Minutes: 7.7
Blocks: 13.8
Faceoff Wins : 30.7
Hits: 31.4
Giveaways: 14.7
Takeaways: 4.7
Last 10 Games on the Road
Goals Powerplay: 0.9
Shots: 28
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 4.2
Empty Net Goals: 0.1
Penalty Minutes: 9.3
Blocks: 13.1
Faceoff Wins : 27.9
Hits: 24.3
Giveaways: 15.9
Takeaways: 4.3
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 1.2
Shots: 34
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 3.3
Empty Net Goals: 0.2
Penalty Minutes: 7.5
Blocks: 14.3
Faceoff Wins : 30.6
Hits: 27.3
Giveaways: 17.2
Takeaways: 4.6
Last 10 Home Games
Goals Powerplay: 1.2
Shots: 34.4
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 4
Empty Net Goals: 0.1
Penalty Minutes: 10.6
Blocks: 13.5
Faceoff Wins : 29.5
Hits: 23.6
Giveaways: 16.5
Takeaways: 5.3
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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