Match Information
Planning on watching today’s Panthers and Oilers game? Catch the action at Rogers Place in Edmonton, AB, as the Oilers host this showdown at 8:00 PM ET on ABC.
Betting Odds
The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently set at 5.5 goals, and the Oilers are favored by -1.5 against the Panthers.
Head-to-Head and Key Stats
Historically, the Panthers have performed well against the Oilers, particularly when they find themselves in the underdog position. In their last three encounters where the Panthers were not favored, they clinched victory in two of those matchups. Moreover, when examining the same number of meetings that took place in Edmonton, the over/under record stands at 1-2, with both teams accumulating an average of six goals per game.
The overall over/under record in their previous three meetings mirrors this, standing at 1-2.
Florida has a commendable straight-up record of 7-3 in their last ten road games, though their record against the puck line matches a balanced 5-5. During these games, the Panthers have consistently averaged three goals per game. On the other hand, the Edmonton Oilers carry a 3-2 straight-up record in their last five home games, also averaging three goals per game. However, their puck line record over these five home games stands at 2-3.
When they have been the betting underdog, the Oilers hold a 2-3 straight-up record in their last five games, with a coinciding 2-3 tally against the puck line. In contrast, the Panthers show strength as betting favorites, boasting a perfect 3-0 straight-up record and a 2-1 puck line record in their recent three-game run.
Prediction
The Panthers are currently in a comfortable third place in the Eastern Conference, amassing 110 points and holding a record of 52-24-6. Over their last ten games, Florida has been impressive, securing 8 wins and losing only 2, including a four-game winning streak.
On the road this season, the Panthers have been formidable, posting a 26-11-4 record. In the majority of their games this season, they have held the status of favorites in 67 of their 82 matchups. Over their last five games, Florida has maintained a perfect 5-0 record, further highlighting their remarkable streak as favorites.
Offensively, the Panthers are scoring an average of 3.2 goals per game, ranking them 11th in the NHL. They are second in the league in shots on target per game, sixth in power play goals, and 10th in shorthanded goals. Goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky will be starting for Florida, boasting an impressive record of 36-17 and a save percentage of 0.948% across his 58 starts this season.
The Edmonton Oilers, on the other hand, have also displayed strong form at home, going 28-9-4 and being favored in 71 of their 82 games this season. In the Western Conference, the Oilers are in fifth place and sit second in the Pacific Division. However, recent performances indicate a degree of inconsistency – Edmonton has a 5-5 record over their last ten games and has lost their last two contests.
For the season, the Oilers hold a record of 49-27-6 with 104 points. Their performance against other Western Conference teams is solid, boasting a 30-20 record and an 18-8 record against divisional opponents. Over their last five games, however, Edmonton has struggled slightly, with a 2-3 record and has lost their last three contests.
Offensively, the Oilers have been potent, averaging 3.6 goals per game, which ranks them fourth in the NHL while leading the league in shots on goal per game. Edmonton has gone 33-18 in games where they recorded more shots than their opponents and maintained 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 has 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 tightly contested game, with Edmonton edging out a 4-3 victory.
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, so taking the under is suggested.
Injury Report
Edmonton Oilers:
- Evander Kane - Hip - Questionable
- Troy Stecher - Ankle - Out
Florida Panthers:
No Injuries Reported