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Edmonton Oilers vs Dallas Stars Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: October 19, 2024 at 4:00 PM ET

Venue: American Airlines Center — Dallas, TX

Article updated Oct 19, 6:03 PM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

On October 19th at 4:00 PM ET, the Edmonton Oilers will face off against the Dallas Stars in a Western Conference showdown. The Oilers, currently seventh in the Pacific

Game outlook

On October 19th at 4:00 PM ET, the Edmonton Oilers will face off against the Dallas Stars in a Western Conference showdown. The Oilers, currently seventh in the Pacific Division with a 8-2 record, will take on the first-place Stars, who hold a 4-1-0 record in the Central Division. The game will be held at the American Airlines Center and will be broadcast live on ESPN+. Dallas opens as the betting favorite at -123, with the current line favoring Edmonton at -115. Don't miss the opportunity to watch these two teams battle it out on the ice in the first of three scheduled games this season. For those looking to make informed NHL picks, be sure to check out our recommendations for the best betting options.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Oilers -115 | Stars +100

Spread: Oilers -1.5 (+210) | Stars +1.5 (-250)

Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dallas will win straight-up is 50%.

Edmonton Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers, currently ranked seventh in the Pacific Division with a 8-2 record, are entering their upcoming game with a heightened focus following recent victories. Center Connor McDavid has been a standout player with four assists in the early stages of the season. While the team has struggled offensively, their balanced attack has shown promise in controlling games. However, their power play and defensive game have shown areas for improvement. Goaltender Stuart Skinner will be in net for the upcoming game, with Edmonton aiming to apply offensive pressure and improve their goaltending to secure a crucial victory against the Dallas Stars. The team will be without left wingers Evander Kane and Roby Jarventie due to injuries. Overall, Edmonton is currently ranked 32nd in offense, 30th in defense, and holds a 8-2 record this season.

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Dallas Stars Analysis

The Dallas Stars currently hold the top spot in the Central Division with a 7-3 record. Despite a recent loss on the road against Washington, the team is performing well early in the season. Left winger Mason Marchment leads the team with five points. The Stars are dealing with injuries but have managed to navigate through them better than most teams. Their offensive output has been lacking, ranking 26th in the league for goals scored. Areas of focus for improvement include their power play and penalty kill. Goaltender Jake Oettinger has been a standout player, posting an outstanding goals-against average. As they prepare to face the Edmonton Oilers, the Stars will focus on tightening up defensively, improving special teams, and relying on strong goaltending. The game against Edmonton could be crucial in their quest to remain undefeated at home. Additionally, the Stars have a power ranking of 4 and are ranked #19 for offense and #3 for defense, with a 4-1 overall record. Previous matchups with Edmonton have favored Dallas, with Edmonton going 0-3-0 in their last three games against the Stars.

Dallas Stars poised for victory in matchup against struggling Edmonton Oilers

The Dallas Stars exhibit superior overall performance in this matchup and are expected to achieve success. Assessing the goaltending aspect of the game, Stuart Skinner's performance has been subpar compared to Jake Oettinger's impressive start to the season. Connor McDavid has scored just one goal in the first five games, and his team is struggling to establish consistent scoring opportunities. Considering these factors, it is advisable to favor the Dallas Stars as the likely winners of this game, especially when playing on their home turf.

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Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Edmonton Oilers+107 → -120Moved
  • Moneyline · Dallas Stars-123 → +104Moved
  • Spread · Edmonton Oilers+1.5 (-245) → -1.5 (+205)Moved
  • Spread · Dallas Stars-1.5 (+200) → +1.5 (-245)Moved
  • Total · Over6 (-110) → 6 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under6 (-110) → 6 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Edmonton Oilers
8-2 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 6-3-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Dallas Stars
7-3 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-10-19T22:03:59.333Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Edmonton Oilers, currently ranked seventh in the Pacific Division with a 8-2 record, are entering their upcoming game with a heightened focus following recent victories. Center Connor McDavid has been a standout player with four assists in the early stages of the season. While the team has struggled offensively, their balanced attack has shown promise in controlling games. However, their power play and defensive game have shown areas for improvement. Goaltender Stuart Skinner will be in net for the upcoming game, with Edmonton aiming to apply offensive pressure and improve their goaltending to secure a crucial victory against the Dallas Stars. The team will be without left wingers Evander Kane and Roby Jarventie due to injuries. Overall, Edmonton is currently ranked 32nd in offense, 30th in defense, and holds a 8-2 record this season.

The Dallas Stars currently hold the top spot in the Central Division with a 7-3 record. Despite a recent loss on the road against Washington, the team is performing well early in the season. Left winger Mason Marchment leads the team with five points. The Stars are dealing with injuries but have managed to navigate through them better than most teams. Their offensive output has been lacking, ranking 26th in the league for goals scored. Areas of focus for improvement include their power play and penalty kill. Goaltender Jake Oettinger has been a standout player, posting an outstanding goals-against average. As they prepare to face the Edmonton Oilers, the Stars will focus on tightening up defensively, improving special teams, and relying on strong goaltending. The game against Edmonton could be crucial in their quest to remain undefeated at home. Additionally, the Stars have a power ranking of 4 and are ranked #19 for offense and #3 for defense, with a 4-1 overall record. Previous matchups with Edmonton have favored Dallas, with Edmonton going 0-3-0 in their last three games against the Stars.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-06-02Dallas Stars 1 · Edmonton Oilers 2
  • 2024-05-31Edmonton Oilers 3 · Dallas Stars 1
  • 2024-05-29Dallas Stars 2 · Edmonton Oilers 5
  • 2024-05-27Dallas Stars 5 · Edmonton Oilers 3
  • 2024-05-25Edmonton Oilers 1 · Dallas Stars 3
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Dallas Stars defeated Edmonton Oilers 4-1

Dallas Stars defeated Edmonton Oilers 4-1 on October 19, 2024, a 3-goal decision in the series. Dallas Stars' strongest period was the 3rd period, when it outscored its opponent 3-1. Against SportsJaw's recorded Edmonton Oilers -1.5 (+205) spread, Dallas Stars covered, while the 5 combined goals finished under the recorded total of 6.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • JohnTharpSpread · Edmonton Oilers +1.5 (-245)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Over 6 (-110)Loss
  • BooksworstnightmareMoneyline · Dallas Stars -110Win
  • CoolioMoneyline · Dallas Stars -110Win
  • OddssharkMoneyline · Dallas Stars -110Win
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 6 (-110)Loss