Edmonton Oilers vs
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Oilers to Face Off Against Kings in Game 1 of Western Conference Playoff Series at crypto.com Arena with Kings as Betting Favorites

The Edmonton Oilers will be facing off against the Los Angeles Kings in Game 1 of their first-round Western Conference playoff series at crypto.com Arena on Monday night at 10 PM ET. The Oilers finished third in the Pacific Division, while the Kings finished second, five points ahead of Edmonton. Edmonton has a strong record of 6-2-2 in their last 10 games against Los Angeles, but the Kings won the four-game season series 3-1. Los Angeles is the betting favorite with an opening line of -119 and the current line sitting at -120. Stay tuned to see which team will pick up the win in this highly anticipated matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Oilers +103 | Kings -120
• Spread: Oilers +1.5 (-270) | Kings -1.5 (+220)
• Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 55%.

Edmonton vs Los Angeles Stats

Edmonton Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers ended the regular season on a high note, winning four of their last five games. As they begin their Western Conference title defense, they will look to maintain this momentum and take the series lead on Monday. Led by top scorers Leon Draisaitl, Connor McDavid, and Evan Bouchard, the Oilers have showcased a strong offense, averaging 3.16 goals per game. However, their defense has been ranked 14th in the league, allowing 2.87 goals per game. Goaltender Stuart Skinner has been solid, with a 2.81 GAA and a .896 save percentage. The team will potentially be without Troy Stecher for the upcoming game. Overall, Edmonton is ranked 11 in offense, 14 in defense, and has a season record of 48-29-5, highlighting their strong on-ice performance.

Los Angeles Kings Analysis

The Los Angeles Kings concluded their season strongly, winning four of their last five games. They are aiming to continue their momentum and secure their fourth victory over the Oilers in Monday's upcoming game. Los Angeles averaged 3.04 goals per game and gave up 2.48 goals per game, ranking second in the league defensively. Adrian Kempe led the team with 73 points, followed by Anze Kopitar with 67 points and Kevin Fiala with 60 points. Goalie Darcy Kuemper had an impressive record of 31-11-7, with a 2.02 GAA and a .922 save percentage. The Kings are currently ranked 14th in power rankings and are noted for their strong offense, defense, and overall record of 48-25-9. In their last three matchups against the Oilers, the Kings have a record of 2-1-0.

Edmonton Oilers Set to Dominate Los Angeles Kings With Strong Road Performance

The Edmonton Oilers have demonstrated strong performance on the road recently, winning four out of their last six games. Conversely, the Los Angeles Kings have had a mixed record in their last four home games. Edmonton holds an advantage in this matchup due to their impressive offensive play, scoring nine goals in their most recent three road games. Additionally, their success on special teams, converting over 23 percent of power play opportunities, further solidifies their edge. The Kings, while ranking eighth in the league in penalty kills, are struggling defensively, allowing 10 goals in their last three home games. This may pose a challenge for them against the Oilers. Los Angeles has also faced difficulties on offense and special teams, converting only 17 percent of power play opportunities. With Edmonton displaying strong defensive play recently, giving up just four goals in their last three road games, they are likely to limit Los Angeles' offensive capabilities. Ultimately, betting on the Edmonton Oilers to win is a sound choice.

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