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Minnesota Wild to Face Edmonton Oilers in Key Central Division Matchup at Rogers Place, Betting Odds Favor Oilers

The Minnesota Wild are set to take on the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place in a matchup between the second-place team in the Central Division and the fourth-place team in the Pacific Division. The Wild hold a record of 12-3-3 while the Oilers are 10-8-2. The Wild were victorious in two out of three games against the Oilers last season. The game is scheduled to begin at 9:00 p.m. EST. Edmonton is the betting favorite, opening at -153 with the line remaining steady. If you are looking to place a wager on the game, be sure to check out our free NHL picks for expert predictions.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Wild +135 | Oilers -153
• Spread: Wild +1.5 (-186) | Oilers -1.5 (+161)
• Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Edmonton will win straight-up is 60%.

Minnesota vs Edmonton Stats

Minnesota Wild

The Minnesota Wild's recent victory against the St. Louis Blues has propelled them to Edmonton for their next game. The team's success on the road has been impressive, winning four of their last five away games. Their strong offensive performance this season has seen them ranked eighth in the league for scoring and seventh in shooting percentage. However, the highlight of the team is their defense and goaltending, with Minnesota ranking fourth in goals allowed and second in save percentage. Filip Gustavsson is expected to start as goaltender on Thursday, boasting an impressive record this season. Despite forward Mats Zuccarello's absence due to surgery, the Wild continue to perform well with a power ranking of 6 and solid stats in offense and defense. Minnesota currently holds a record of 12-3-3 this season.

Edmonton Oilers Analysis

The Edmonton Oilers recently returned home after a win against the Ottawa Senators, with a record of 1-1-1 on their three-game road trip. The Oilers have struggled with scoring this season, averaging 2.2 goals per game initially but improving to 3.83 goals per game in their last six games. Currently ranking 19th in goals scored, the Oilers have fallen from fourth in the league in scoring last season. The absence of Evander Kane due to injury may be contributing to their offensive struggles, as he was a key goal scorer for the team. Stuart Skinner is likely to start in net for the team, with a 6-5-2 record this season. The Oilers have a power ranking of 13 and are ranked 25th for offense, 18th for defense, and have an overall record of 10-8-2. In their past three matchups, the Oilers have won 1 out of 2 against the Minnesota Wild.

Minnesota Wild Dominate Edmonton Oilers with Impressive Performance and Strong Defensive Play

The Minnesota Wild have demonstrated impressive performance recently against the Oilers, with an 8-2-0 record in their last 10 games. Additionally, the Wild have proven to be resilient as underdogs on the road this season, boasting a 2-0-1 record in such scenarios. Minnesota's strong defensive play and solid goaltending have been key factors in their success, contrasting with the Oilers' struggles in these areas. The Oilers tend to excel against teams with weaker goaltending, but have encountered challenges when faced with high-quality netminders. Given this analysis, it is recommended to consider placing a bet on the Wild on the moneyline for an upcoming game against the Oilers, as the odds seem to favor them based on recent performance and overall team strengths.

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