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Edmonton Oilers Favored to Continue Dominance over Seattle Kraken in Crucial Playoff Race Battle

In a highly anticipated matchup between the Seattle Kraken and the Edmonton Oilers, both teams are looking to secure a crucial win in the race for a playoff spot. The Oilers have dominated recent meetings between the two teams, holding a 9-1 advantage in the last 10 matchups, including a 4-2 road victory in their most recent game. Edmonton opens as the favorite with a -275 betting line that has remained steady. Stay tuned for our prediction on the outcome of this exciting game in Western Canada.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Kraken +235 | Oilers -275
• Spread: Kraken +1.5 (-112) | Oilers -1.5 (-108)
• Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Edmonton will win straight-up is 73%.

Seattle vs Edmonton Stats

Seattle Kraken

In their previous contest, the Seattle Kraken faced off against the Pittsburgh Penguins at home and secured a victory. The Kraken currently stand sixth in the Pacific Division, 18 points behind the Oilers for the top spot. They are also 11 points behind the Kings for the final guaranteed playoff spot and eight points behind the Flames for the final wild card spot. Seattle is tied for 17th in the league in goals for, scoring an average of 2.92 goals per game, and ranks 22nd in goals against, allowing an average of 3.12 goals per game. The Kraken have a power play success rate of 18.8% and a penalty kill rate of 76.8%. In their last game against Pittsburgh, Seattle displayed a strong defensive performance and secured a 4-1 victory with goals from Oliver Bjorkstrand, Vince Dunn, Eeli Tolvanen, and Matty Beniers. Goalie Joey Daccord made 28 saves in the win and is likely to start in the upcoming game. Seattle currently holds a power ranking of 19 and is ranked 18th in offense, 23rd in defense, with a record of 22-25-3 this season.

Edmonton Oilers Analysis

Edmonton Oilers emerged victorious against Buffalo in the final game of Connor McDavid's suspension, adding to their successful season record of 31-15-3 and leading the Pacific Division by one point. The team ranks highly in offense, defense, and power play success, showcasing their strong performance on the ice. In their recent game, the Oilers rallied against the Sabres for a 4-2 win, with key goals from players like Ryan Nugent-Hopkins. Despite being outshot at times, Edmonton came out on top with Stuart Skinner making 39 saves. The team's power ranking is 1, and they are ranked 7th for offense. In their upcoming matchup, Skinner is expected to start in goal.

Edmonton Oilers Favored to Continue Dominance over Seattle Kraken

The Seattle Kraken are facing a challenging matchup against the Edmonton Oilers, who have dominated the head-to-head meetings with nine wins in the last 10 games. Adding to Seattle's difficulties is the return of McDavid to the Oilers' lineup following a three-game suspension. Edmonton has proven their offensive prowess even without their captain, scoring 11 goals in the past three games. The Oilers' strong home record of 17-8-1 contrasts with the Kraken's mediocre 10-14-0 record on the road this season. Seattle's last victory in Edmonton dates back to January 3, 2023, making it unlikely for them to secure a win in this matchup. Considering these factors, it is advisable to favor the Oilers in extending their winning streak to eight games against the Kraken.

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