Oilers Ready to Dominate Ducks in Crucial End-of-Year Clash
The Edmonton Oilers and Anaheim Ducks will square off on the last day of the year, with both teams at opposite ends of the Pacific standings. The Oilers have seven wins in
Game outlook
The Edmonton Oilers and Anaheim Ducks will square off on the last day of the year, with both teams at opposite ends of the Pacific standings. The Oilers have seven wins in their last 10 games for a 16-15-1 record, while the Ducks have only three wins in their last 10 for a 13-22 record. Despite the Ducks' recent struggles, this game is set to be an exciting affair with Edmonton favored to take the win. With the NHL season winding down, now is the perfect time to try out NHL Picks and make the most of the remaining games.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Oilers -225 | Mighty Ducks +185
Spread: Oilers -1.5 (+105) | Mighty Ducks +1.5 (-125)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Edmonton will win straight-up is 69%.
Edmonton Oilers
The Oilers offense has stepped up in recent games, with Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and Zach Hyman combining for 47 goals and 67 assists. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Evander Kane, and Warren Foegele have added 27 goals and 52 assists, while defensemen Evan Bouchard and Mattias Ekholm have contributed 13 goals and 36 assists. The defense has struggled, allowing 3.31 goals per game, and goaltender Calvin Pickard has a .898 save percentage and a 2.99 goals-against average. Nevertheless, the Oilers have a 6 ranking in offense and a 20 ranking in defense with an overall record of 17-15.