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Oilers vs. Blues: Edmonton Favored as they Face Off in Conference Matchup

The Edmonton Oilers are set to face off against the St. Louis Blues in a conference matchup on Tuesday evening. The Oilers are coming off a loss to the Maple Leafs, while the Blues secured a road win against the Utah Hockey Club. In their first meeting, the Oilers came out on top with a 4-2 win. The Edmonton team is favored in the betting lines, opening at -180. Stay tuned for the Oilers vs. Blues prediction and check out more NHL Picks for potential big wins.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Oilers -180 | Blues +156
• Spread: Oilers -1.5 (+140) | Blues +1.5 (-167)
• Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Edmonton will win straight-up is 64%.

Edmonton vs St. Louis Stats

Edmonton Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers are embarking on a quick road trip while leading the Pacific division. Despite being true cup contenders, they have been inconsistent recently, dropping two consecutive games. Star player Connor McDavid has been slightly less productive in his past few games, while Leon Draisaitl is on track to reach 100 points this season. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Evan Bouchard are also contributing well to the team. In terms of goaltending, Calvin Pickard and Stuart Skinner have been solid. Overall, the Oilers have a strong offense, ranking 9th with an average of 3.29 goals per game, and a solid defense, ranking 7th with an average of 2.73 goals allowed per game. Their current record is 32-16-4, placing them at the top of the power rankings.

St. Louis Blues Analysis

The St. Louis Blues are entering an important homestand after a rough stretch where they have dropped four of their last five games and fallen eight points out of a wildcard spot. They have a chance to improve their standings with six upcoming games on home ice. Despite lacking major scoring threats, Jordan Kyrou has been a key player on the team, although he is currently in a slump. Colton Parayko is their standout defenseman, having a strong season with 28 points. Goalie Jordan Binnington has been inconsistent, posting a 2.83 GAA and a .898 save %. The team is averaging 2.7 goals per game and allowing 3.0 goals per game. St. Louis has a power ranking of 10 and is ranked 27th for offense and 18th for defense. In their last three matchups with Edmonton, the Blues went 1-1-1.

Edmonton Oilers' Offensive Dominance Sets Stage for Victory Against Struggling St. Louis Blues

The Edmonton Oilers have demonstrated strong performance in recent road games, winning three of their last four matches. Despite back-to-back losses, I anticipate key players such as Draisaitl and McDavid will step up with a dominant performance. Conversely, the St. Louis Blues are facing challenges, having lost four of their past five games and falling seven points behind in the playoff race. Additionally, Edmonton currently leads the NHL in shots on goal per game and has scored 18 goals in their last five games, highlighting their offensive prowess. In contrast, St. Louis has struggled to generate offense, scoring two or fewer goals in their previous five matches. Considering the Blues' recent losses by two or more goals, I suggest considering the puck line in favor of the Oilers.

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