Match Information
Are you planning on watching today’s thrilling matchup between the Panthers and the Oilers? This highly anticipated game will take place at Rogers Place in Edmonton, AB. Catch all the action at 8:00 PM ET on ABC.
Betting Odds
The current over/under goal line for this matchup is set at 5.5 goals. The Oilers are the favorites, with a -1.5 spread against the Panthers.
Head-to-Head and Key Stats
In their last three encounters, the Panthers have proven resilient, winning two of these games as underdogs against the Oilers. When these two teams have met in Edmonton, the over/under record is 1-2, with an average combined total of six goals per game. The overall over/under record in their last three meetings mirrors this, also standing at 1-2.
Florida has been a force on the road, boasting a 7-3 straight-up record in their past ten road games. They hold a 5-5 record against the puck line during these matches, with an average of three goals per game.
Meanwhile, the Oilers have held their ground at home, with a 3-2 straight-up record in their last five games, also averaging three goals per game. Their performance against the puck line in these games is 2-3.
As betting underdogs, Edmonton has experienced mixed results, achieving a 2-3 straight-up record and a corresponding 2-3 record against the puck line in their last five outings. On the other hand, the Panthers have excelled as betting favorites, with a 2-1 puck line record and a flawless 3-0 straight-up record in their last three games.
Prediction
The Florida Panthers are currently sitting comfortably in third place in the Eastern Conference with an impressive 110 points, holding a record of 52-24-6. Over their last ten games, the Panthers have been on an excellent run, going 8-2 and winning their last four consecutive games. On the road this season, they have been formidable, with a 26-11-4 record. Florida has consistently performed well as favorites, holding this status in 67 of their 82 games this season. In their last five games, the Panthers have been exceptional, going a perfect 5-0.
Offensively, the Panthers are strong, scoring an average of 3.2 goals per game, ranking them 11th in the NHL. They stand second in the league in shots on target per game, sixth in power play goals, and tenth in shorthanded goals. Goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky will be starting for Florida, bringing an impressive record of 36-17 and a save percentage of 0.948% across 58 starts this season.
The Edmonton Oilers have also shown strong form at home, with a 28-9-4 record and being favorites in 71 of their 82 games this season. Sitting in fifth place in the Western Conference and second in the Pacific Division, the Oilers have displayed moments of inconsistency over their last ten games, going 5-5 and losing their last two contests. For the season, Edmonton holds a record of 49-27-6 with 104 points. Against other Western Conference teams, they have a solid 30-20 record and have gone 18-8 against divisional opponents. However, over their last five games, Edmonton has struggled, going 2-3 and losing their last three contests.
Offensively, the Oilers have been potent, averaging 3.6 goals per game, which ranks them fourth in the NHL. They lead the league in shots on goal per game. Edmonton has gone 33-18 when they have had more shots than their opponents, while managing a 16-8 record in games with fewer shots on goal. Goaltender Stuart Skinner will be between the pipes for Edmonton, having made 57 starts this season. Skinner holds a record of 36-16 and a save percentage of 0.931%.
Given the Oilers’ status as 1.5-point favorites, our NHL analytics models predict a closely contested game, with Edmonton prevailing 4-3.
Betting Tips
Considering the current lines, it is advisable to take the Oilers on the moneyline. On the spread, the Panthers are a more attractive option at +1.5. Our NHL model projects a total of seven goals for this game, suggesting that taking the under is the best bet.
Injury Report
Edmonton Oilers:
- Evander Kane – Hip – Questionable
- Troy Stecher – Ankle – Out
Florida Panthers:
- No Injuries Reported